concept   cemeteries
culture   Middle Eastern countries
statement   Visiting cemeteries for religious practices and honoring ancestors is popular in Middle Eastern countries.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 ancestral tombs Middle Eastern countries May have specific religious connotations within certain communities 1
2 burial Middle East Traditional practice of burying deceased individuals in cemeteries or graveyards. 1
3 burial mounds Middle East Associated with ancient pharaohs and rulers, often found in desert regions 1
4 cemeteries Middle Eastern countries Visiting cemeteries on specific occasions is a common practice, especially during religious holidays such as Eid and Ashura. 1
5 cemeteries Middle Eastern cultures Cemeteries are often visited by family and friends on Fridays as part of religious practices 1
6 churchyard Middle East A place mainly associated with death and often avoided due to superstitions and religious beliefs. 1
7 churchyard Middle East In some cultures, it's uncommon for churchyards to be considered as sacred spaces, and they may not hold the same significance as in Western cultures. 1
8 graveyards Middle East Common for men to visit graveyards and perform prayers 1
9 mausoleum Middle Eastern countries Mausoleums are important and revered as places of pilgrimage, often associated with religious figures or saints. 1