Major Cold: The Last Solar Term Ushers in a New Beginning
Major Cold, the last of China’s 24 solar terms, began on January 20 and signifies the depths of winter with icy weather. Despite this, signs of spring are emerging, heralding new beginnings.
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Major Cold, the last of China’s 24 solar terms, began on January 20 and signifies the depths of winter with icy weather. Despite this, signs of spring are emerging, heralding new beginnings.
Discover how China’s ‘Minor Cold’ solar term is celebrated through traditions like Laba porridge and artistic expressions in Chinese calligraphy, capturing the essence of winter and cultural heritage.
Schools across China are immersing students in traditional customs to celebrate the Start of Summer solar term, fostering cultural understanding and connecting the younger generation with ancient traditions.
Today marks Lichun, the Start of Spring, the first solar term in the traditional Chinese calendar, symbolizing new beginnings and celebrated with customs like eating spring pancakes.
Major Cold marks the final winter solar term in the traditional Chinese calendar, bringing snowy, icy weather and signaling the approach of Spring. Discover how this period influences people’s lives across Asia.
Discover the enchanting winter landscapes across China during Daxue, the Greater Snow solar term, where temperatures drop and snow blankets the scenery, unveiling a romantic and serene atmosphere.
Farmers across the Chinese mainland are racing to harvest their crops as the Major Snow solar term brings sharp temperature drops and heavy snowfall, marking an essential period in the traditional agricultural calendar.
Artist He Jialin celebrates China’s traditional solar terms through paintings and poetry, capturing the essence of each period to stay connected with his cultural heritage.