People throwing paper offerings in Kuala Lumpur. — Reuters
Every 15th day of the seventh lunar month when Phor Tor, commonly known as the Hungry Ghost Festival, is on, spirits of ancestors traverse the human realm. During this time, believers hold elaborate worship rituals, burn ‘hell notes’ and also offer food offerings.
A person in a costume to mark the Hungry Ghost Festival in Kuala Lumpur. — Reuters
People throwing paper offerings in front of a giant paper statue of the Chinese deity Da Shi Ye or Guardian God of Ghosts in Kuala Lumpur. — AP
People preparing to burn paper offerings in Kuala Lumpur. — AP
A dragon dance is performed during the Hungry Ghost Festival in Kuala Lumpur. — AP
A man walking past paper offerings being burnt in Kuala Lumpur. — AP
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