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The Mummies of Guanajuato: A Mysterious Legacy

This chapter examines the unique accidental mummification of bodies in Guanajuato, Mexico, during the 1800s due to burial tax laws. It also discusses the cultural impact of these mummies and the ongoing debate surrounding their exact number in local museums, brought forth by a recent inventory dispute.

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