Big Josh Sticks by ianjb21

Big Josh Sticks

Early morning Josh sticks at Kuan Yin Teng - Taoist, Goddess of Mercy Temple. Jalan Kapitan Kelling. George Town
Lovely and unusual image for my part of the world. Wish I knew what the josh sticks are and what they are there for.
February 16th, 2019  
Atmospheric shot
February 16th, 2019  
@blueberry1222 @sangwann atmosperic and smokey. The Josh sticks are made from Sandlewood powder mixed with gum moulded into shape then decorated, Used by Chinese Buddists at temples for prayers and offerings, Also used to create nice smell and karma,
This temple Kuan Yin Teng is a Taoist temple one of the oldest in
Georgetown, Sometimes know as Goddess of Mercy Temple, or locally as the 'smokey temple'
February 17th, 2019  
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