Debre Berhan Selassie Church Art Tour with Ethiopian Coffee

Discover the Debre Berhan Selassie Church in Gondar on a guided tour. Learn about the history and significance of the church, and experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony.
Discover one of Ethiopia’s most iconic religious artworks at Debre Berhan Selassie Church, located in the historic city of Gondar. This experience is designed as a focused cultural visit, combining art, history, and local traditions.

Built in the 17th century during the reign of Emperor Iyasu I, the church is best known for its remarkable ceiling, covered with rows of painted angelic faces. Each face is uniquely detailed, creating one of the most recognizable and symbolic artworks in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity.

Rather than a simple visit, this experience emphasizes interpretation and storytelling. Your guide will explain the meaning behind the artwork, the techniques used by traditional painters, and the role of religious imagery in Ethiopian spiritual life. You will also explore the interior walls, which are decorated with scenes from biblical stories and local religious traditions.

As the church remains an active place of worship, the visit also offers insight into daily religious practices and the cultural importance of the site within the local community.

To complement the experience, take part in a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony in a nearby local setting. Observe the roasting, grinding, and brewing process, and learn how coffee plays a central role in social and cultural life.

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Denna utflykt kan du avboka utan kostnad upp till 24 timmar före resans start. Om du avbokar efter 24 timmar eller inte dyker upp på utflykten kommer du fortfarande att debiteras hela priset för aktiviteten. Att vara sen vid upphämtning eller avresa kommer att betraktas som att inte dyka upp.