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Passion Play of Oberammergau

Passion Play of Oberammergau
The Bavarian town of Oberammergau is the home of the famous Passion Play, which depicts the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Oberammergau's Passion Play has been held once every ten years since the 1600s. Each performance lasts a full day and is attended by an audience of thousands.
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