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Giu Mummy, Spiti Valley: The Whole Story

30 Sep, 2024 5 minutes read
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  • About Giu Village
  • Mystery of the Mummy
  • Frequently Asked Questions: (FAQs)
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The Giu Mummy is a fascinating mystery tucked away in the serene Spiti Valley, a remote region in the northern part of India. This naturally preserved mummy is believed to be around 500 to 600 years old and is located in the tiny village of Giu, near the India-Tibet border. What makes it truly special is that it wasn’t discovered in a tomb or underground, but rather sitting in a small glass case, in a meditative posture.

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!

About Giu Village

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Giu village is a beautiful, but isolated village in Spiti. However, this village has gained a lot of significance because of the installation of over 500-year-old Giu Mummy of Buddhist Monk. The Mummy is kept inside the glass in a room, but many tourists are intrigued to see such an ancient relic present in Spiti Valley now.  Also, there is a famous Giu Monastery and one of the best monasteries in Spiti

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

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If we look at it closely, there are many theories attached to this Giu Mummy, about how this monk’s body has remained here without decay, even without any chemicals for preservation. Hasn’t it amazed you? Definitely! 

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! 

Suggested read: Spiti in Winter

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