The Living Care for Ancestors and Wandering Spirits at Malaysia's Hungry Ghost Festival The Hungry Ghost Festival in Malaysia is a celebration of the country's rich cultural heritage, but its significance extends far beyond mere tradition.
For 15 days each year, devotees gather to pay their respects to Da Shi Ye, the Guardian God of Ghosts, and honor their ancestors.
In Bukit Mertajam, a city in northern Malaysia, thousands of people converge on the festival grounds to participate in ceremonies, donate to charitable causes, and make offerings to wandering spirits.