Bohol's Smoke Ritual Continues Tradition Amidst Cemetery Visits
In Bohol, Philippines, a smoke ritual known as 'palina' is practiced by cemetery visitors after paying respects to loved ones on All Saints' Day, a tradition believed to ward off evil spirits and negative energy, underscoring a deeply rooted cultural practice.
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