What are burial sites?

Burial sites are places where people rest after they pass away, just like your toys rest in their toy box when you’re not playing with them.

Burial sites can be big or small, sometimes they look like gardens full of little mounds, and sometimes there are special rooms underground for people to sleep in forever. People put things with the person who passed away, like clothes or jewelry, so they feel comfortable in their new place.

Imagine you have a favorite blanket that makes you feel safe when you’re sleeping. Burial sites are kind of like that, they're special places where people go to sleep for good, and sometimes they bring along things that remind them of home or family.

Some burial sites are in the ground, just like your sandbox, you dig a hole and put someone inside. Others are above ground, like little houses on top of the earth, so everyone can visit and say hello.

People often visit burial sites to remember and celebrate those who came before them, just like how you might visit your favorite park or library when you miss your friends.