In A Fragile State
Unfortunately, it is no longer open to the public due to its delicate state. From the air, it is still a magnificent sight, and its history and beauty make it an interesting and distinctive element of the Great Barrier Reef.
Original Church Of St. Mary Of Zion Aksum, Ethiopia
The Church of St. Mary of Zion is a place of tremendous religious significance and mystery in Ethiopia’s highlands. The church, according to Ethiopian Orthodox belief, is the final resting place of the Ark of the Covenant, a biblical artifact purported to contain the tablets of the Ten Commandments. The church, which dates from the fourth century AD, is one of Ethiopia’s most prominent religious monuments, attracting thousands of pilgrims and visitors each year.