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As pointed out by China Highlights, many people will choose to store the ashes in temples or memorial halls as opposed to keeping them at home. There is a popular idea in Chinese culture that the “spirit energy” of the dead requires its own place. An urn kept in the living space of the family members, especially where the funeral ceremony was not done properly, can lead to imbalance within the premises.

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Mexican traditions: Death as a guest
Mexican culture offers one of the liveliest and most welcoming outlooks on death. During the Día de los Muertos celebration, death is not viewed as something taboo or horrifying to be feared. Instead, it is seen as an ongoing connection between the living and the dead.

The ofrenda, or altar, is the complete opposite of something sad or depressing. Rather, it is decorated with colorful flowers such as marigolds, the deceased’s favorite foods, sweets like sugar skulls, and family photographs. According to the Smithsonian Institution, not all families keep the ashes of loved ones inside the home. However, the deceased are always welcomed as part of the family. The altar becomes a bridge connecting both worlds. Whether the remains are buried elsewhere or kept nearby, the emotional and cultural connection remains strong.