Honoring Ancestors

During Tet all families trek to family temples and honor their ancestors. This picture was taken atop the Jade Emperor Temple. The place was crowded and dirty. Incense papers littered the floor and the smoke from the incense was heady. Large fans swirled the perfume of sandalwood out of the bustling rooms. Upstairs there was less activity as the roof provided a quiet escape. Looking over the balcony you can see the large pool where 100's of turtles live as well as the court yard. Also visible is the beautiful roofs decorated with painted dragons and blooming flowers. The picture shows one of the ornaments that ordane the Jade Emperor's temple roof.