If you visited Thailand, Spirit Houses can be spotted predominantly within yard of Thai houses or nearby the commercial buildings. Spirit worship was influenced by animism before Buddhism reached Thailand. The architecture and design of spirit house resembles a miniature version of Thai temple or wat. The Thai families believe that if they take care of the spirit, the spirit will be their guardian and bestow good luck generously in their daily life. This leads to building spirit houses in order to provide shelter for these celestial beings. To respect the spirits and living into peace, every morning the Thai will light up incense and pray at the Spirit House.

Spirit Houses are also seen at the jetty or juncture along the khlongs.

Occasionally, spirit house is also found outside a cave, near fish pond. For boat traders, usually flower garland is placed at the bows of the boat to respect the guardians in similar manner in order to attract prosperity and success in business.

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