Germany's Eerie Catacomb Saints Displayed for Centuries

Four jeweled skeletons, known as catacomb saints or Holy Bodies, have been on public display in Germany for centuries, captivating visitors with their macabre beauty.

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The eerie story of Germany’s catacomb saints and their jewelled remains

Four skeletons, known as catacomb saints or Holy Bodies, have been on display for centuries

By Kirsten Grieshaber

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Germany's Eerie Catacomb Saints Displayed for Centuries

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