Flats being used as cemeteries in China


Compiled by AUSTIN CAMOENS, C.ARUNO and R. ARAVINTHAN

DUE to the rising costs of burial plots and columbarium niches, China’s city residents are buying up low cost flats to keep the remains of deceased family members, reported China Press.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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