Nestled near the historic Ezana Stone Thrones site at Gangua Edaga,
the ruins of Arbaetu Ensesa Church stand as a remarkable example of late Axumite
ecclesiastical architecture. Excavated by Tekle Hagos, this 6th- or early
7th-century church offers vital insights into the evolution of church design
during the peak of the Axumite civilization. With its distinctive rectangular
outer walls and semicircular apse, the church bears striking similarities to
Coptic churches in southern Egypt, reflecting the cultural exchange within Axumite
territories. Situated near the Hatsani Daniel Inscription, this site—first
reported in 1906 by the DAE—invites visitors to explore the rich architectural
heritage that shaped the religious landscape of ancient Aksum.