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Across Southeast Asia, people paying respect to Spirits living on their Land is a normal part of life

  • Written by: James Nguyen, Lecturer in Fine Arts, Monash University
Across Southeast Asia, people paying respect to Spirits living on their Land is a normal part of lifechommaz nantanajankul/Shutterstock

Travelling through Southeast Asia, many tourists might notice small roadside shrines and Spirit Houses. Adorning shopfronts and homes, this practice ranges from makeshift shrines to ornate architectural buildings. Depending on regional differences, Spirit Houses might be filled with votive offerings such as...

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