Hungry Ghost Festival facts

Symbol of prayer: A devotee burning joss sticks while worshipping the Tai Su Yeah (King of Hades). Joss sticks serve as a medium to send blessings and prayers to the deities.

Practices and meaning behind month-long celebrations by Taoists and Buddhists

COLOURFUL flags inscribed with Chinese words, giant joss sticks and offerings placed along roadsides can be seen in numerous areas this month.