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13 Places to Get Some Good Luck
On a traditionally unlucky day, ward off evil at these fortune-filled locations.
Friday the 13th is all about opening umbrellas inside, broken mirrors, and all the other stereotypical sources of bad luck. But this Friday, we’re bringing you some good luck instead, to counteract all those dark superstitions.
There are deities who will ward off evil for the small price of a leather shoe, a pile of protective talismans to dig through, and a lucky belly to rub. Explore these 13 places where you just might stumble into some good fortune.
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