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Sedlec Ossuary · Death Tourism

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Sedlec Ossuary · Death Tourism

Also known as the Bone Church, the Sedlec Ossuary contains a chandelier made of every bone in the human body and about 40,000 skeletons decorating the chapel. This unique site offers visitors a look at skull pyramids, bone arrangements, and coats of arms made entirely of bones.

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Also known as the Bone Church, the Sedlec Ossuary contains a chandelier made of every bone in the human body and about 40,000 skeletons decorating the chapel. This unique site offers visitors a look at skull pyramids, bone arrangements, and coats of arms made entirely of bones.

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Best season
None
Difficulty
3
Region
Czech Republic, South Bohemia

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