Things You May Not Know About 24 Solar Terms
The 24 Solar Terms refer to a supplementary calendar that ancient Chinese established to guide their agricultural activities in a year. Besides the initial function of guiding farming production, these solar terms also reflect rich Chinese customs, seasonal festivals, seasonal foods, and even healthy living tips. Spring Start of Spring (Feb. 3, 2021 ) Start of Spring lifts the curtain to spring. The climate is becoming warm, the daytime is longer, spring shower begins, and everything is waking. The crops and plants are growing fast, requiring more irrigation and fertilizer. Therefore, the Start of Spring is a solar term to remind farmers to start taking care of the crops in the new year. Traditional Customs: One of the most important customs of the Spring of Spring is called “biting the spring," which involves eating special food like spring pancakes, spring rolls, and carrots. Rain Water (Feb. 18, 2021) Rain Water signals the increase in rainfall and the rise of the temper...