concept   mausoleum
culture   Eastern countries
statement   Mausoleums in Eastern countries are sacred sites for honoring ancestors and historical figures.
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1 burial Eastern cultures Cremation as a common practice, with ashes often stored in urns or scattered 1
2 cemeteries Eastern cultures Visiting graves and paying respects to ancestors is a significant tradition 1
3 cemetery Eastern countries Cremation is more common than traditional burials, and cemeteries may be less prevalent or smaller in some areas. 1
4 churchyard Eastern countries May be a more vibrant and lively community space, used for gatherings, events, and celebrations. 1
5 grave Eastern countries Graves are often visited on specific occasions, such as the Qingming Festival in China, where families clean the graves and make offerings to ancestors. 1
6 grave Eastern countries Graves are often marked with elaborate tombstones and visited frequently by family members to make offerings and honor ancestors. 1
7 grave goods Eastern cultures Custom of burying items with the deceased as a sign of respect and to accompany them to the afterlife. 1
8 grave site Eastern countries Grave sites are often visited during specific festivals or anniversaries and offerings of food, incense, or other items are made to honor the deceased. 1
9 grave site Eastern countries Grave sites are often visited by family members who leave offerings of food, flowers, or incense. 1
10 graveyard Eastern countries Graveyards are often seen as sacred spaces and are visited during specific holidays for ancestor veneration and spiritual rituals. 1
11 interred Eastern countries In some Eastern countries, cremation is a common practice instead of interment, due to cultural and religious beliefs. 1
12 interred Eastern countries Cremation is the more common practice, and interment in a cemetery is less common. 1
13 mausoleum Eastern countries Mausoleums are places of reverence and respect, often visited to pay respects to ancestors or historical figures, and are considered sacred places. 1
14 mausoleum Eastern countries Mausoleums are revered as sacred places and are commonly visited for paying respects to ancestors or important historical figures. 1
15 mausoleum eastern countries Mausoleums may be seen as a grand and ornate structure, sometimes used to honor important historical figures, and can be visited as a tourist attraction. 1