In a Buddhist temple I have been impressed by this lady who prayed with special intensity. Buddhist practice in the incense sticks are used to ward off evil spirits.

In Shinto religion before praying you need to purify yourself. The first step is buying incense to burn in a big pot in front of the temple. Then purify yourself with the smoke produced by that.. almost like taking a shower of smoke.

A group of believers around the ruins of a Buddha statue. There was a kind of procession ongoing directed by a monk praying in front of the statue.

A monk prays in front of the statues of his ancestors.

A load of faith... for who is looking for that. A group of young monks playing around a temple in Chiang Mai.

A buddhist monk who studies alone inside a small temple near Can Tho. Monks must always broaden their knowledge and wisdom.. therefore study is a really important part of their life and they spend lot of hours reading books.

A trip with a monk.. Sukhothai is a famous touristy spot in Thailand for the presence of the beautiful ruins of the ancient empire of Sukhothai. Also monks don't miss the opportunity to visit this important archaeological site and get some photos as memory... like anyone else.