The living care for ancestors and wandering spirits at Malaysia's Hungry Ghost Festival

Malaysia's Hungry Ghost Festival takes place during the seventh month of the Chinese lunar calendar, which began in mid-August. Held in locations such as Bukit Mertajam, the annual event involves the living making offerings and caring for both ancestors and wandering spirits.

The festival highlights traditional cultural practices observed during the specific lunar month, reflecting customs centered on honoring the dead and maintaining spiritual connections.