Bete Medhane Alem (Lalibela)

Ethiopia / Amhara / Lalibela
 place with historical importance, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, cave church/monastery, Orthodox church
Bete Medhane Alem, meaning the "House of the Savior or Redeemer of the World" is one of the eleven rock-cut churches of Lalibela. Established during the reign of Emperor Lalibela (1181-1221), it is the largest of all the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela. The structure is supported by 32 external columns and 28 from inside of the building.
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Coordinates:   12°2'1"N   39°2'37"E
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