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Wood Used in Cremations Varanasi, India

Over 500 bodies are burnt every day on the ghats, requiring many tons of wood.
(Photo by Matt Considine - Images of Asia Collection)

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Over 500 bodies are burnt every day on the ghats, requiring many tons of wood.<br />
(Photo by Matt Considine - Images of Asia Collection)