Picture of Incense sticks burning in a Taoist temple. Incense sticks are offered at the altar to provide a pleasant aroma for the Buddha and are also used in various funerary rituals. The number of incense sticks varies according to the sect from one or more or indeed many as seen in this image taken in Ho Chi Minh City; photograph by Julian Worker. Buy this picture as a custom made framed print, canvas print or wall poster.