Structure used by Zoroastrians for exposure of the dead for scavenging birds. The Towers of Silence in Yazd were used until 40 years ago. Zoroastrians purified the dead body by exposing it to the elements.
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Creative#:
TOP22147908
Source:
達志影像
Authorization Type:
RM
Release Information:
須由TPG 完整授權
Model Release:
N/A
Property Release:
No
Right to Privacy:
No
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