Hanging coffins

Hanging coffins are coffins that are hung up high on cliffs or in caves instead of being buried in the ground. This is mainly done by some cultures around the world such as the Igorot people of the Philippines, the Bo people in China, and the Sagada tribes in Africa.

So, imagine if you have a loved one who has passed away and you want to remember them, you may want to give them the best possible goodbye. The people who hang coffins believe that by hanging the coffin up high, they are giving their loved ones a better resting place.

The process of hanging coffins begins by choosing a suitable place. The chosen spot must be a high cliff or cave, which is difficult to reach. The family members then carve out a small rectangular hole in the cliff wall which is just big enough to fit the coffin. They place the coffin in the hole and it is tied up securely with ropes, wires, or chains. Once the coffin is securely fastened, the entrance to the hole is sealed off with rocks or cement, so the coffin won't fall out.

Now, you may wonder why people do this rather than burying their loved ones in the ground. Some believe that the dead can rest closer to the heavens, and the higher the coffin, the closer they are to the gods. Others believe that it is a unique way to preserve their loved ones from wild animals, thieves or floods that might damage the graves.

Hanging coffins have become an important part of many cultures and traditions around the world. They represent the love and respect we have for our deceased loved ones, and are a unique way of expressing our grief and saying our final goodbyes.