Bet Giyorgis Collection

Pilgrims wearing traditonal gabi (white shawl) at festival at rock-hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St)
Pilgrims wearing traditonal gabi (white shawl) at festival at rock-hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George s), roof shaped like a Greek cross, Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Ethiopia, Lake Tana. Brightly-coloured murals depict religious scenes in Beta Giorgis Monastery

Priest outside the Sunken Rock Hewn church of Bet Giyorgis, Lalibela, Ethiopia Africa, Ethiopia, Northern Ethiopia, Lalibela, The most famous of Lalibelas Rock Hewn churches

Sunday Mass is celebrated at the rock-hewn church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George), in Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

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The rock-hewn church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George), in Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

Rock-hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George s), 40 feet in height with roof shaped like a Greek cross, the most famous of Lalibelas churches, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lalibela

Men looking at rock-hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George s), 40 feet in height with roof shaped like a Greek cross, the most famous of Lalibelas churches, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Priest swings an incense burner at the rock-hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George s), most famous of Lalibelas churhces, Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

Pilgrim at the rock-hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George s), Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

Priest holding cross swings an incense burner at the rock-hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George s), Lalibela, Ethiopia, Africa

Pilgrims wearing traditional gabi (white shawls) at festival at the rock hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St)
Pilgrims wearing traditional gabi (white shawls) at festival at the rock hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George s), Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

Pilgrim in traditional white shawl at the rock hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George s), Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

The Sunken Rock Hewn church of Bet Giyorgis (St George), Lalibela, Northern Ethiopia, Ethiopia, Africa

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Pilgrims clad in traditional gabi, a flowing white shawl, gather at the awe-inspiring festival held within the rock-hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis. Located in Lalibela, Ethiopia's Eastern Amhara region, this architectural marvel is one of the renowned rock-hewn churches that grace the Ethiopian Highlands. As you approach Bet Giyorgis, its roof shaped like a Greek cross stands out against the rugged landscape. This UNESCO World Heritage Site holds immense cultural and historical significance for Ethiopia. The rock-hewn churches of Lalibela are an extraordinary testament to human ingenuity and devotion. Outside Bet Giyorgis, a priest greets visitors with warmth and reverence. Inside this sunken church, Sunday Mass fills the air with prayers and hymns that echo through its ancient walls, and is here that St. George's spirit resides—a place where faith intertwines with history. Venturing further into Ethiopia's spiritual tapestry leads us to Lake Tana, where Beta Giorgis Monastery showcases vibrant murals depicting religious scenes. Each stroke of color breathes life into these sacred depictions—an artistic tribute to centuries-old traditions. At the entrance to Bet Giyorgis stands another priest—guardian of this holy sanctuary. As you step inside, time seems suspended; every inch bears witness to countless prayers offered over generations past. Bet Giyorgis (St. George) remains an enduring symbol of Ethiopian spirituality and resilience—a sanctuary carved from solid stone by devoted hands centuries ago. Its presence in Lalibela serves as a constant reminder of our shared humanity and unwavering faith in something greater than ourselves—the power to create wonders even amidst challenging terrain.