It is in Lalibela, one of Ethiopia’s most religious towns, that Christian Bobst photographed the ceremonies and rituals observing this fascinating religious festival. During the ceremony, a priest rubs the pilgrims with the holy Lalibela Cross to heal diseases or drive out devils of the bodies of the believers. The Lalibela Cross is thought to date to the 12th century and is considered one of Ethiopia’s most precious religious and historical heirlooms. Christian tells me he used two Fuji X-T1 camera bodies and prime lenses between 14mm to 35mm, as well as using the cameras‘ wi-fi capabilities to capture high angle shots. He also appreciated the lightness in weight,  smaller size and the retro look of the Fujis…….

Source: thetravelphotographer.blogspot.de
 

Fuji X-T1

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Christian Bobst Fuji X-T1 Lalibela Tewfic El-Sawy