23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Snow funeral

In northern regions, people adhere to tradition. After a person dies, for three years, they hold a memorial service for the deceased every Spring Festival, burning incense and paper money, with people gathering around a bonfire to carry out the ritual.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 02.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Qingyang City, China
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Copyright: © dan zhu