Ethiopia’s Chapel in the Sky
If churches were assessed by their risk factor, Abuna Yemata Guh would be our new Sistine Chapel. Perched 650 feet above a steep cliff in Northern Ethiopia, visitors face a 45-minute climb up the cliff’s vertical face in order to access the precariously positioned church. Dating back to the 5th century, history has it that its founder Father Yemata built the chapel to be closer to heavenly spirits; however, others claim it was a strategic move to avoid his enemies. What did you think? Please tell us in the comment section below and remember to sign up for our free newsletter.
Running Doe
May 25, 2019 @ 1:24 pm
this is wonderful such beauty
Lee Hixon
May 3, 2019 @ 7:42 am
Wow! I can’t begin to imagine what this must feel like. I will also stay on the ground!
Will
May 2, 2019 @ 2:37 pm
Awesome!
Austin
May 2, 2019 @ 12:52 pm
No thanks, I think I’ll stay here on the ground!