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Pilgrim kissing the threshold • Lalibela, Ethiopia
Lalibela, located in northern Ethiopia, is one of the holiest cities in the country and was Ethiopia's capital from the late 12th into the 13th century, ruled by Emperor Lalibela. Known for its 13 monolithic rock hewn churches that were most likely built during his reign, many have biblical name references and are assumed to be a representation of the old Jerusalem.
As part of the church complex a new museum has opened and includes are large collection of sacred objects like vestments, crosses, bells and musical instruments as well as religious manuscripts. They were formerly used or stored in the various churches, and the establishment of the museum will help to preserve an important part of Lalibela's and Ethiopia's cultural heritage.
Devotion...
Pilgrim kissing the threshold • Lalibela, Ethiopia
Lalibela, located in northern Ethiopia, is one of the holiest cities in the country and was Ethiopia's capital from the late 12th into the 13th century, ruled by Emperor Lalibela. Known for its 13 monolithic rock hewn churches that were most likely built during his reign, many have biblical name references and are assumed to be a representation of the old Jerusalem.
As part of the church complex a new museum has opened and includes are large collection of sacred objects like vestments, crosses, bells and musical instruments as well as religious manuscripts. They were formerly used or stored in the various churches, and the establishment of the museum will help to preserve an important part of Lalibela's and Ethiopia's cultural heritage.