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Fantasy Coffins at Ripley's Believe It or Not! London

In Ghana, dying certainly doesn't mean being forgotten. In fact, what better way to celebrate the life and achievements of those who have passed away than with a truly spectacular, custom-made coffin. Specialist carpenters in the capital, Accra, build caskets that reflect the occupation of the deceased. -- such as a giant chilli pepper for a restaurant owner or cockerel for a farmer. Funerals sometimes last up to 18 hours and are seen as the culmination of a person's life. These 'fantasy coffins' are considered great works of folk art and people often save their whole lives for a final resting place that really does them justice. Head to Ripley's Believe it or Not London to get up close to an eagle coffin, a design that is reserved for only the most honoured chiefs. With more than 700 amazing artefacts on display over six floors, the attraction celebrates the weird, wonderful and bizarre in all its forms. With everything you can imagine (and plenty more you can't), Ripley's Believe It or Not! London is a family day out that's definitely out of the ordinary. For additional information call +44 (0)20 3238 0022 or visit www.ripleyslondon.com.