Most people celebrating in China shrugged off health concerns as they burnt offerings to ancestors at shrines, many wearing anti-pollution masks
Thais of Chinese descent largely ignored Bangkok’s call for restraint in burning of incense and « spirit money » to mark the Lunar New Year as the city fights choking pollution.
Most people celebrating the Year of the Pig, which began Tuesday, shrugged off health concerns as they burnt offerings to ancestors at shrines, many wearing anti-pollution masks.
« It’s impossible to completely stop burning incense, » said Romnalin Wangteeranon, 61, from behind a mask.
