Great Yeha Temple of the Moon

The Great Yeha Temple of the Moon is an ancient Sabaean tower in Tigray, Ethiopia, dating to approximately 700 BC [1]. It is the oldest standing building in Ethiopia, constructed of dressed stone in a style comparable to South Arabian temples [1]. Despite lacking radiocarbon dating, architectural similarities to ancient South Arabian structures have provided its approximate age [1]. The temple was later rededicated as a Christian church, possibly as early as the 6th century AD, which contributed to its remarkable state of preservation [1].

TypeTemple complex
Period1500 - 500 BC
CountryEthiopia
Coordinates14.2859° N, 39.0197° E

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