The mummy is thought to be that of a Buddhist monk, who may have taken part in a practice known as “self-mummification,” a ritual some monks undertook to reach enlightenment. Remarkably, the monk’s body shows no signs of decay, even though it wasn’t treated with the chemicals used in typical mummification processes. The preservation is so incredible that his hair and nails are still visible!
Giu Mummy, Spiti Valley: The Whole Story
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Table of Contents
- About Giu Village
- Mystery of the Mummy
- Frequently Asked Questions: (FAQs)
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About Giu Village
Also, if you are keen on such historical and cultural marvels, you must not miss out on visiting this Giu mummy in Spiti Valley and know more about it.
Also, this Mummy looks so real, like the nails, hair, and teeth give an impression of a living being. This place is one of the best things to do while you are in Spiti, visit this to dig deeper in history and know more about what goes on!
Mystery of the Mummy
Apparently, his body got buried beneath a glacier during an avalanche and remained there for hundreds of years till Indo-Tibetan Border Police personnel found it during a road clearance project.
Then, it was brought to the Giu Village and placed here, with a shrine as well. Also, one theory claims that the yogic posture in which the monk sits can self-preserve the body of them. But, whatever the case would be, it is no less than a great discovery!
People can surely visit to know more about the Mummy!
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