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One of Australia’s greatest mysteries is undoubtedly that of the Tamam Shud Man, and today his grave is a popular destination to visit to hear the shadowy circumstances and stories that surround the discovery of his body. The Tamam Shud Man was found lying against a seawall on Adelaide beach on the morning of December 1, 1948.

All of the investigations launched into the mysterious death of this John Doe seemed to bring up more questions than answers, but one thing is for sure, the intrigue continues with locals and tourists alike who come to the grave eager to hear the story over and over again.

The Grave of the Taman Shud Man, 161 West Terrace, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia, Map

The Grave of the Taman Shud Man
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