Adadi Mariam is an exceptional example of medieval Ethiopian rock-hewn architecture, scientifically admired for its precise monolithic excavation from volcanic tuff and its sophisticated cruciform design aligned with Ethiopian Orthodox liturgical traditions. Still functioning as an active place of worship, the church offers visitors a rare tourism experience where living spirituality, historical theology, and ancient engineering coexist, making it a key cultural heritage site for faith-based and

A Rock-Hewn Revolution in Early Medieval Ethiopia