Network of Christian places of worship was carved into the rock in Tigray between 5th and 15th centuries . Abune Yemata Guh church sits 2,500ft above ground and is said to have been carved out by Egyptian priest . The temple has a huge number of statues that are believed to be over 1,000 years old, including one of Jesus Christ which is thought to date back to around 3rd century AD.
Network of Christian places of worship was carved into the rock in Tigray between 5th and 15th centuries . Abune Yemata Guh church sits 2,500ft above ground and is said to have been carved out by Egyptian priest . Congregation can now only reach place of worship by scaling 19ft-high rock wall without ropes or harnesses .