Less votive paper for healthier minds

March 05, 2024 - 16:13
It is estimated that Vietnamese people burn around 60,000 tonnes of votive paper each year, which means they spend around US$237 million that just goes up in smoke. This is not only a waste of money but also harms the environment and in some cases, can be dangerous. Some pagodas are now taking steps to eradicate this ancient tradition.

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