concept   cadaver
culture   Tibetan culture
statement   In Tibetan culture, sky burials, offering cadavers to vultures, are a traditional and respectful disposal method.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 cadaver Tibetan culture Sky burials, where the dead body is offered to be eaten by vultures, are considered a traditional and respectful way of disposing of cadavers. 1
2 cadaver Tibetan culture Traditionally, the dead are dressed in their finest clothing and jewelry as a sign of respect before the sky burial. 1