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Sienna Craig
Cultural anthropologist (Dartmouth College) interviewed by Zoom to provide expert context on the decline of sky burials and factors affecting vulture populations.
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Jan 16, 2026
• 27min
Eternal horizons
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In this captivating discussion, Angel Gurung, a traditional bodybreaker from Mustang, and a senior monk share insights on the haunting beauty of sky burials—an ancient funeral rite where the dead are offered to vultures. With contributions from Professor Sienna Craig, the trio delves into the ritual's spiritual significance, the intricate ceremony, and the recent decline in vulture populations due to environmental pressures. They explore how modernity clashes with age-old traditions and ponder the impact on this sacred practice.
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