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Eleven churches carved from a rock, centuries of history and a mystery that remains. An ambitious research programme tries to unveil the complex past of Lalibela, the largest christian site in Africa, located in Ethiopia. The ongoing research will also help preserve this fragile heritage for future generations.
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