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].
Great Yeha Temple of the Moon
| Type | Temple complex |
|---|---|
| Period | 1500 - 500 BC |
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Coordinates | 14.2859° N, 39.0197° E |
Ethiopia