A man experiences the journey from life to death wearing a virtual reality headset in Babaoshan Funeral Parlor in Beijing on March 22. [Photo/VCG] Wondering what death feels like? Your curiosity might be satisfied in a funeral parlor in Beijing with the help of the latest technology. Badaoshan Funeral Parlor hosted an open-day event on Thursday. Visitors could wear virtual reality equipment to experience the journey from life to death, from a seizure at work, a failed medical treatment and entrance into the afterlife, reported the Beijing News. The immersive experience is aimed to help people cherish the beauty of life, said one employee of the facility. In addition to the death experience, visitors also can learn about memorial services, including cremation and face-lifts for corpses, during the open-day activities. The news has caught the eyes of many people on the social media platform Sina Weibo. A user said under the post of the Beijing News article: All criminals should have a taste of this to enable them to understand the meaning of life. Another one said: I think visiting the parlor alone at night would help you experience death better. Babaoshan Funeral Parlor, established 60 years ago, offers funeral services to State leaders and civilians alike. Every year, more than 20,000 bodies are cremated there. flash drive wristbandmake your own rubber band braceletsthe wristband factorywide rubber bandswristband creation
