Day trip to Melka Kunture & Adadi Mariam rock-hewn church.
Day trip to Melka Kunture & Adadi Mariam rock-hewn church.
A tour to Melka Kuntre and Bachilt Archaeological Site Adadi Mariam Church and the Tiya Stelae Field takes only one day. We leave Addis Ababa at 8.00 am and return by 4.30 pm.First of all, we drive to Melka Kuntre and Bachilt Archaeological Site located around 50km outside of Addis Ababathe Adadi Mariam Church located around 7km next to Melka Kuntre. Adadi Mariam is a subterranean rock-hewn church similar to those of Lalibela.After visiting the church we’ll make the short trip to the Tiya Stelae Field.
This ancient archaeology site contains 36 monuments, including 32 carved stelae.This day trip includes lunch in the town of Tiya.
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Adadi Maryam
Adadi Mariam is a subterranean rock-hewn church similar to those of Lalibela. This church is unique as it is the southern-most church of its type, and stands alone – no other rock-hewn churches are in the area. It has been surmised that King Lalibela ordered the construction of Adida Mariam for his visit to southern Ethiopia. The site dates to the 13th century, but is still an active site of worship.
2 hoursMelka Kunture
At Melka Kunture Archaeological site we have a chance to see (nearly 2 million-year-old) discovered fossils of the prehistoric age. The Stone tools in the area dating 1. 5 million years old.
3 hoursIncluded
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Adadi Maryam
- Entry/Admission - Melka Kunture
Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Services which are not listed on the inclusion
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.