2024 Winter Solstice

Winter Solstice is an important solar term in the Chinese lunar calendar, usually on December 21st of each year, marking the official beginning of winter. In traditional Chinese culture, Winter Solstice has a very important position, and there is a saying that "Winter Solstice is as important as New Year".

On this day, many places in China have the custom of celebrating Winter Solstice, mainly including the following aspects:

Eating dumplings: In the north, there is a saying that "if you don't eat dumplings on Winter Solstice, your ears will freeze off", so every household will make dumplings to eat.

Eating glutinous rice balls: In the south, people are used to eating glutinous rice balls on Winter Solstice, which symbolizes reunion and happiness.

Sacrifice: Many places have the custom of worshiping ancestors on Winter Solstice to show commemoration of their ancestors.

Tonic: It is believed that Winter Solstice is a good time to supplement. People will eat some high-calorie, high-nutrition food to strengthen their physical fitness and resist the cold.

Winter Solstice is also an important seasonal festival, reflecting the traditional wisdom of the Chinese nation to respect nature and follow the laws of nature. At the same time, the celebration of Winter Solstice is also an important moment for family reunion and family affection.

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