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Winter Solstice (Dongzhi 冬至): Embracing Renewal and Warmth at the Heart of Winter
The Winter Solstice (Dongzhi 冬至) is the 22nd of China’s 24 solar terms and the fourth solar term of winter. It usually falls between December 21 and 23, marking the shortest day and the longest nig...
The Ultimate Guide to China 24 Solar Terms: Ancient Chinese Wisdom for Seasonal Living
Have you ever wondered why Chinese people eat dumplings on the Winter Solstice or why tea picked before Grain Rain is considered precious? The answer lies in the 24 Solar Terms (二十四节气).
Recognized ...
Greater Snow (Daxue 大雪): Welcoming Winter’s Deepest Elegance
Following the gentle arrival of winter during Lesser Snow (Xiaoxue), Greater Snow marks the true depth of the cold season…
Lesser Snow (Xiaoxue 小雪): Embracing Winter's Gentle Descent
The meaning of Xiaoxue can be traced back to the classic text The Seventy-Two Seasonal Observations:
“Rain falls and meets the cold, gradually turning into snow. It is light because the cold is not...
