Na'akuto La'ab: A Jewel of Ethiopian Orthodox Heritage

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start your journey from the center of Gojjam. Head towards the main road leading to Lalibela. The drive will take approximately 3-4 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions. Once you reach Lalibela, navigate to the coordinates 12.0013787, 39.0655888. Look for the signs that indicate Na'akuto La'ab (église), which is a well-known site in the area. Parking is usually available near the church.

• Public Transportation (Bus)

  To reach Na'akuto La'ab (église) by public transportation, find a local bus in Gojjam heading towards Lalibela. Buses usually depart from the central bus station and the fare ranges from 30 to 50 Ethiopian Birr. The journey may take around 4-5 hours. Upon arriving in Lalibela, disembark at the main bus station. From there, you can either walk (approximately 30 minutes) or hire a local taxi to take you directly to the church for an additional cost of about 50-100 Ethiopian Birr.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can hire a taxi from Gojjam to Lalibela. This option can be more expensive, with fares ranging from 1,000 to 1,500 Ethiopian Birr. The journey will take about 3-4 hours. Make sure to confirm the price with the taxi driver before starting your trip. Once in Lalibela, ask the driver to take you to Na'akuto La'ab (église) at the coordinates 12.0013787, 39.0655888.