Which graveyard is more expensive, Sydney or Shanghai? 02

Silhouette Crosses On Tombstones By Bare Trees At Cemetery Against Sky During Sunset

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There are economic burial methods in Shanghai ,but because the Chinese traditional concept of "be laid to rest" is difficult to change, most people still choose expensive cemeteries. The cemetery prices in Sydney increase by about 7% to 10% each year, and future increase may exceed housing price increase.



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