The residents of this village believe that if they are buried in this cemetery, their bodies will remain intact

This minimizes the environmental impact of burial and allows the body to contribute to the cycle of life. Aquamation, also known as alkaline hydrolysis, is a water-based method of body disposal that uses a combination of water, heat, and alkali to break down the body into its basic chemical components. This process is considered to be more environmentally friendly than cremation, as it does not release harmful emissions into the atmosphere and uses less energy. Recomposition, or human composting, is a relatively new method of body disposal that involves placing the body in a vessel with organic materials such as wood chips, straw, and microbes.