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Great Cold
Slight Cold
Winter Solstice
Great Snow
Slight Snow
Beginning of Winter
Frost's Descent
Cold Dew
Autumnal Equinox
White Dew
End of Heat
Beginning of Autumn
Great Heat
Slight Heat
Summer Solstice
Grain in Ear
Grain Full
Beginning of Summer
Grain Rain
Pure Brightness
Spring Equinox
Waking of Insects
Rain Water
Beginning of Spring
Great Cold
The coldest solar term of the year, Great Cold foreshadows the end of winter. During this time, people commemorate their ancestors, partake in porridge, and pray for a fruitful year ahead blessed with safety and prosperity.
Slight Cold
Marking one of the coldest periods of the year, Slight Cold calls for people to take up various methods of staying warm and warding off the chill.
Winter Solstice
As the day of the year when daylight is shortest, Winter Solstice is marked by plummeting temperatures. People welcome its arrival by enjoying warm and comforting dumplings and commemorating their ancestors, hoping for protection, prosperity, and a bountiful harvest come spring.
Great Snow
Great Snow is marked by frequent snowfall, with the weather becoming much colder and harsher. During this period, people go to clear the snow, warm themselves with hot beverages, and offer prayers for their well-being and safety against the biting winter cold.
Slight Snow
This solar term heralds colder weather and the first snowfall of the season. During this time, people begin to cure meats as a means of preserving food for the winter. Picturesque landscapes blanketed in white make this a great time to appreciate the beauty of winter.
Beginning of Winter
This marks the start of winter as temperatures continue to drop. Eating dumplings during this period not only serves as a way to mark the advent of winter but also as a means to boost one's immune system and strengthen the body.
Frost's Descent
As the last solar term of autumn, Frost's Descent brings colder weather and morning frost. During this period, people tend to enjoy eating persimmons and focus on harvesting the last of the autumn crops.
Cold Dew
As the autumn deepens, the temperature dips further, and Cold Dew heralds this change. During this period, people often relish chrysanthemum wine and marvel at the vibrant maple leaves.
Autumnal Equinox
Day and night are once again of equal length. Friends and families often enjoy outings to appreciate the changing scenery, particularly the stunning sight of osmanthus flowers in full bloom.
White Dew
During White Dew, when the weather begins to cool and dew gathers at night, people drink white dew tea and savor longan fruits to boost their body's vigor and adapt to the changing season.
End of Heat
Summer's heat comes to an end, and people are greeted with cooler autumn weather. Many celebrate this occasion by commemorating their ancestors, as well as enjoying dishes made with duck meat.
Beginning of Autumn
Beginning of Autumn
Great Heat
As the hottest time of the year, the arrival of Great Heat sees people engaging in rituals to pray for rain and staying cool with cold foods and drinks.
Slight Heat
This period signals the onset of the hottest days of the year. Seeking reprieve from the heat, people often enjoy cooling foods like watermelon and mung bean soup.
Summer Solstice
The longest day of the year comes with scorching heat. Nevertheless, people find ways to stay cool--cold noodles become the most popular food, and iced tea the go-to beverage.
Grain in Ear
Grain in Ear marks the start of the sowing season for crops with awns. Farmers hasten to their fields, working tirelessly to harvest wheat and plant rice, ensuring a strong foundation for the future harvest.
Grain Full
Summer crops start to ripen but are not yet fully mature. At this time, farmers need to focus on field management to ensure a successful harvest.
Beginning of Summer
The start of summer brings rising temperatures. There are many traditional activities for welcoming summer, such as eating eggs and weighing oneself for good health.
Grain Rain
Increased rainfall makes this period essential for the growth of grain crops. Farmers are busy in the fields, and fresh tea leaves are picked and savored as the first proper taste of spring.
Pure Brightness
This period signifies a shift to warmer weather and is also a traditional time for tomb-sweeping. People visit ancestral graves, enjoy spring outings, and plant trees to celebrate the season.
Spring Equinox
On this day, day and night are of equal length. The weather is comfortable and mild, and outdoor activities like kiting and hiking are popular. This is also a time for tomb-sweeping and honoring one's ancestors.
Waking of Insects
The first roar of thunder in spring awakens hibernating insects, heralding the new season. Farmers get busy with pest control and soil preparation, often performing rituals to wish for a bountiful harvest.
Rain Water
Warmer weather brings more frequent rains, rejuvenating the land. Farmers begin their preparations for planting, and many people enjoy herbal tea to stay warm.
Beginning of Spring
Nature starts to awaken with the arrival of spring. It's a great time for enjoying spring pancakes and celebrating new beginnings.
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