Rock Hewn Churches of Adadi Maryam, Tiya Stele & Melka Kunture
Adadi Maryam Rock Hewn Church is believed to have been built in the 12th century. king Lalibela, commissioned the construction of the church, Adadi Mariam was one of 76 rock-hewn churches which he had constructed and excavated in his lifetime, the establishment of Adadi Mariam church is also related to the coming of saints Gebre Menfes Kidus, from Egypt to Ethiopia. Tiya, it’s an archaeological site best known for its large stone pillars, many of which bear some form of decoration. The archaeological site was designated a World Heritage Site in 1980, due to the unique nature of these monolithic monuments. The site is relatively recent. It was dated to a time period between the 11th and 13th centuries. The site contains 36 monuments, including 32 carved stele covered with symbols. Melka Kunture is a Palaeolithic site in the upper Awash Valley, Ethiopia. The site became a World Heritage Site in 2024. The Melka Kunture area is made up of valleys whose inner terraces resisted erosion.
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Rock Hewn Churches of Adadi Maryam, Tiya Stele & Melka Kunture
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What's included in Rock Hewn Churches of Adadi Maryam, Tiya Stele & Melka Kunture
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Adadi Maryam
Adadi Mariam is a rock-hewn monolithic church located approximately 66 km southwest of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. A popular tourist destination, the site is believed to have been built in the 12th century. Throughout its history the church has been damaged by both man-made and natural causes.
Tiya
Tiya is an archaeological site in central Ethiopia. It is located in the Gurage Zone of the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples Region south of Addis Ababa.
Melka Kunture
Melka Kunture is a Palaeolithic site in the upper Awash Valley, Ethiopia. The site became a World Heritage Site in 2024. The Melka Kunture area is made up of valleys whose inner terraces resisted erosion
Inclusions
- Car with professional driver
- Lunch Ethiopian Foods
- Entrance fees
- Ethiopian coffee and bottle of water
- English speaking professional guide
- Dinner
- Any Alcohol Drinks
- Video and photographing fees
- Gratitude and personal expense
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress code is formal
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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
WE WILL PICK ALL CLIENTS FROM HOTELS AROUND Addis Ababa AND AIRPORT OF BOLE INT
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Ticket Redemption
• Dress code is formal • You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
