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An Affair with Death in Sicily
The Grim is opening the gate and entering eerie Capuchin Catacombs located in Palermo, Sicily—home to one of the world’s largest collections of mummies. Originally part of the Capuchin Friary, the catacombs became famous for their preserved bodies, starting with the accidental mummification of monks in the 16th century. Over time, Palermo’s elite sought to be mummified, turning the catacombs into a macabre status symbol.
The catacombs feature over 8,000 bodies, including the famous "Sleeping Beauty," Rosalia Lombardo, whose mummified remains are still remarkably intact. Visitors can walk…
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