the Church of Saint George

GPTKB entity

Properties (57)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf church
gptkbp:accessibility accessible by foot
gptkbp:architecturalStyle rock-hewn architecture
features a bell tower
example of medieval engineering
gptkbp:artifacts contains ancient artifacts
gptkbp:associatedWith gptkb:Ethiopian_Orthodox_Tewahedo_Church
gptkbp:climate highland climate
gptkbp:community part of local identity
gptkbp:communityRole center of local community activities
gptkbp:communitySupport supported by local community initiatives
gptkbp:conservationEfforts ongoing conservation efforts
gptkbp:constructedIn 12th century
gptkbp:constructionMaterial carved from a single block of stone
gptkbp:culturalEvents hosts cultural events throughout the year
gptkbp:culturalHeritage site for cultural exchange programs
Ethiopian_cultural_heritage
symbol_of_Ethiopian_heritage
gptkbp:culturalSignificance gptkb:national_symbol_of_Ethiopia
efforts for cultural preservation
spiritual significance to locals
hosts various religious ceremonies
part of spiritual journeys for many
gptkbp:dedicatedTo gptkb:Saint_George
gptkbp:depth approximately 10 meters
gptkbp:features intricate carvings
gptkbp:height approximately 15 meters
gptkbp:historicalPeriod Middle Ages
gptkbp:historicalRecords documented in historical records
gptkbp:historicalSignificance recognized for its historical significance
symbol_of_Ethiopian_Christianity
gptkbp:historicalTours offers historical tours
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label the Church of Saint George
gptkbp:influences influenced_by_Aksumite_architecture
gptkbp:inspiration inspired artists and writers
gptkbp:interiorFeatures frescoes
gptkbp:localArt supports local artisans
gptkbp:localFestival site of local festivals
gptkbp:localHistory part of local history
gptkbp:localLegends associated_with_Saint_George_slaying_a_dragon
gptkbp:location Lalibela,_Ethiopia
gptkbp:material tuff stone
gptkbp:notableFor its unique cross-shaped design
gptkbp:partOf UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
gptkbp:photography popular photography site
gptkbp:religion contains religious art pieces
gptkbp:renovated underwent several renovations
gptkbp:resources local guides available for tours
gptkbp:significance important pilgrimage site
gptkbp:style Ethiopian_art
gptkbp:supportRole educational tours for visitors
gptkbp:surroundingArea gptkb:rock-hewn_churches_of_Lalibela
mountainous terrain
gptkbp:tourism boosts local economy
gptkbp:visitors attracts thousands annually
popular among tourists and pilgrims
gptkbp:width approximately 12 meters