Gheralta Mountains Collection

A Priest of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church reads a very old, beautifully illustrated bible beside the entrance to the rock-hewn church of Yohannes Maequddi

Gheralta mountains, Adigrat, Tigray region, Ethiopia

Sunset lit Gheralta Mountains and Abuna Yemata Guh rock hewn church, aerial view, Hawzen, Tigray Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Gheralta mountains, Degum village, Tigray region, Ethiopia

Abuna's Glow
Greg Metro

Lone trees in the dry land with Gheralta Mountains in background, Hawzen, Tigray Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Orthodox Christian priest holding the prayer book inside Daniel Korkor church, Gheralta Mountains, Tigray Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Sandstone rocks of Gheralta Mountains, Tigray Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Lone trees at sunset, Gheralta Mountains, Hawzen, Tigray Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Natural windows inside cave at the entrance of Daniel Korkor rock-hewn church, Gheralta Mountains, Tigray Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Aerial panoramic by drone of eroded rocks of Gheralta Mountains, Hawzen, Tigray Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Fine murals decorate the interior of the rock-hewn church of Yohannes Maequddi, a two-hour walk from Degum on a plateau of the Gheralta Mountains east of Debretsion

In the golden light of early morning, the spectacular Gheralta Mountains of Northern Ethiopia dwarf Tigray homesteads built on the Hawzien Plain hundreds of feet below

Deep in thought, an old man with Orthodox cross in hand rests outside the rock-hewn church of Abune Yemata in the Gheralta Mountains near Guh

The rock-hewn church of Abune Yemata in the Gheralta Mountains near Guh is renowned for its truly remarkable murals. The fifteenth-century mural on its domed ceiling depicts nine of the twelve

A priest stands outside the rock-hewn church of Abune Yemata in the Gheralta Mountains near Guh Carved into a cliff face with a sheer drop of 800 to 1, 000 feet

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The Gheralta Mountains in the Tigray region of Ethiopia hold a mystical charm that captivates all who lay eyes upon them. As the sun sets, its golden rays illuminate these majestic peaks, creating a breathtaking sight that is nothing short of awe-inspiring. From high above, an aerial view reveals the Abuna Yemata Guh rock-hewn church nestled amidst this natural wonderland, serving as a testament to ancient faith and devotion. In Degum village, lone trees stand tall against the arid landscape, their resilience mirroring that of the local community who call these mountains home, and is here that one can witness "Abuna's Glow, " as an Orthodox Christian priest reads from his prayer book inside Daniel Korkor church. The sandstone rocks surrounding him bear witness to centuries of history etched into their very core. Venturing deeper into this enchanting realm, natural windows within cave entrances beckon explorers to discover hidden wonders within Daniel Korkor rock-hewn church. Inside lies a world untouched by time; where echoes of prayers past still resonate through its sacred halls. From above once more, a panoramic view captured by drone showcases eroded rocks scattered across the Gheralta Mountains like nature's own artwork. Each crevice and curve tells a story written by wind and rain over countless millennia. As darkness descends upon Hawzen, lone trees silhouette against the vibrant hues of sunset painting the sky behind them. They stand as silent sentinels guarding this land where spirituality intertwines with nature's grandeur. They can not merely geographical formations; they embody Ethiopia's rich cultural heritage and spiritual legacy. A place where ancient traditions meet rugged beauty in perfect harmony - an experience that will forever leave visitors breathless and yearning for more.