Ghosts galore as China honors ancestors
(chinadaily.com.cn) Updated: 2014-08-11 08:24 |
| Many believers choose to perform the ritual tribute in the street. Since ancient times, Chinese have believed the gates of hell open on this day so people honor the ghosts. This is how the Ghost Festival got its name. [Photo/CFP] |
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