Sandstone cliffs and sky-high rock churches of Tigray
The Gheralta Massif is a landscape of sheer sandstone peaks rising abruptly from the plains of Tigray, hiding some of Ethiopia's most astonishing rock-hewn churches. Reached by dramatic cliffside trails, these monasteries and chapels cling to impossible heights, rewarding climbers with sublime views and centuries-old frescoes.\n\nThe most famous is Abuna Yemata Guh, a church perched atop a vertiginous rock pinnacle, reached by a thrilling climb with the help of a local guide. Gheralta is a paradise for hikers, rock climbers and lovers of sacred art, offering a quieter alternative to the better-known northern sites.
Abuna Yemata Guh church
Maryam Korkor
Debre Tsion church
Daniel Korkor
Petra-like rock formations
Traditional Tigrayan villages
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