Journal entry – culture and traditions

A spirit house is a shrine to the protective spirit of a place that is found in the Southeast Asian countries of Burma, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. … In Indochina, most houses and businesses have a spirit house placed in an auspicious spot, most often in a corner of the property. people were here conducting a ceremony to keep the residents  in good health….

In a country with a 94 % Buddhist population, you will likely want to visit the vast amount of beautiful temples and shrines all across the country. However it’s important to keep in mind that the statues and images within these temples — especially those of the Buddha — are considered sacred. So although tourists are permitted to take photos with them, they are expected to dress appropriately and be respectful.