"incense drying."

#13315504

13 February 2026

A worker dries incense sticks, often referred to by locals as Hio, in Tangerang Regency, Banten, on February 13, 2026. In Chinese culture, especially during Chinese New Year celebrations, hio is a means of paying respect to ancestors and God, as well as a symbol of prayer, hope, and requests for blessings, safety, and balance in life.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#13315515

13 February 2026

A worker dries incense sticks, often referred to by locals as Hio, in Tangerang Regency, Banten, on February 13, 2026. In Chinese culture, especially during Chinese New Year celebrations, hio is a means of paying respect to ancestors and God, as well as a symbol of prayer, hope, and requests for blessings, safety, and balance in life.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#13315516

13 February 2026

A worker dries incense sticks, often referred to by locals as Hio, in Tangerang Regency, Banten, on February 13, 2026. In Chinese culture, especially during Chinese New Year celebrations, hio is a means of paying respect to ancestors and God, as well as a symbol of prayer, hope, and requests for blessings, safety, and balance in life.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#13315520

13 February 2026

A worker dries incense sticks, often referred to by locals as Hio, in Tangerang Regency, Banten, on February 13, 2026. In Chinese culture, especially during Chinese New Year celebrations, hio serves as a means of paying respect to ancestors and God, as well as a symbol of prayer, hope, and requests for blessings, safety, and balance in life.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#12211857

30 March 2025

Vermicelli, especially the ''Chikon Semai'' from the northern districts of Bangladesh, on march 29, 2025, gains popularity across the country, particularly as a traditional ingredient for Eid-ul-Fitr. During this time, many seasonal workers are employed on a contract basis in the vermicelli factories due to the surge in demand. The local vermicelli industry is known for its high quality, and in recent years, a small quantity is exported to Middle Eastern countries after fulfilling local needs. Seasonal workers hang the vermicelli on bamboo frames under the intense midday sun, drying it as part of the traditional process.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#12211859

30 March 2025

Vermicelli, especially the ''Chikon Semai'' from the northern districts of Bangladesh, on march 29, 2025, gains popularity across the country, particularly as a traditional ingredient for Eid-ul-Fitr. During this time, many seasonal workers are employed on a contract basis in the vermicelli factories due to the surge in demand. The local vermicelli industry is known for its high quality, and in recent years, a small quantity is exported to Middle Eastern countries after fulfilling local needs. Seasonal workers hang the vermicelli on bamboo frames under the intense midday sun, drying it as part of the traditional process.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#12211861

30 March 2025

Vermicelli, especially the ''Chikon Semai'' from the northern districts of Bangladesh, on march 29, 2025, gains popularity across the country, particularly as a traditional ingredient for Eid-ul-Fitr. During this time, many seasonal workers are employed on a contract basis in the vermicelli factories due to the surge in demand. The local vermicelli industry is known for its high quality, and in recent years, a small quantity is exported to Middle Eastern countries after fulfilling local needs. Seasonal workers hang the vermicelli on bamboo frames under the intense midday sun, drying it as part of the traditional process.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#12211864

30 March 2025

Vermicelli, especially the ''Chikon Semai'' from the northern districts of Bangladesh, on march 29, 2025, gains popularity across the country, particularly as a traditional ingredient for Eid-ul-Fitr. During this time, many seasonal workers are employed on a contract basis in the vermicelli factories due to the surge in demand. The local vermicelli industry is known for its high quality, and in recent years, a small quantity is exported to Middle Eastern countries after fulfilling local needs. Seasonal workers hang the vermicelli on bamboo frames under the intense midday sun, drying it as part of the traditional process.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#12211866

30 March 2025

Vermicelli, especially the ''Chikon Semai'' from the northern districts of Bangladesh, on march 29, 2025, gains popularity across the country, particularly as a traditional ingredient for Eid-ul-Fitr. During this time, many seasonal workers are employed on a contract basis in the vermicelli factories due to the surge in demand. The local vermicelli industry is known for its high quality, and in recent years, a small quantity is exported to Middle Eastern countries after fulfilling local needs. Seasonal workers hang the vermicelli on bamboo frames under the intense midday sun, drying it as part of the traditional process.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#11510039

25 August 2024

A worker dries incense on the drying field of a fragrance-making enterprise in Quanzhou, China, on August 25, 2024.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#11510040

25 August 2024

A worker dries incense on the drying field of a fragrance-making enterprise in Quanzhou, China, on August 25, 2024.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#11510041

25 August 2024

A worker dries incense on the drying field of a fragrance-making enterprise in Quanzhou, China, on August 25, 2024.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#11510042

25 August 2024

A worker dries incense on the drying field of a fragrance-making enterprise in Quanzhou, China, on August 25, 2024.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#11510043

25 August 2024

A worker dries incense on the drying field of a fragrance-making enterprise in Quanzhou, China, on August 25, 2024.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#11510044

25 August 2024

A worker dries incense on the drying field of a fragrance-making enterprise in Quanzhou, China, on August 25, 2024.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.

#11510045

25 August 2024

A worker dries incense on the drying field of a fragrance-making enterprise in Quanzhou, China, on August 25, 2024.

Restricted to Editorial Use Only.
Commercial use is not permitted without prior authorization.
Please contact us for more information.