The Spring Equinox is a traditional Chinese solar term, occurring around March 20th each year. It marks the beginning of spring when day and night are almost equal in length. Here's a brief overview:
Origin:
The Spring Equinox is mentioned in ancient texts as a time when the sun crosses the equator, signaling the start of spring.
Customs:
People honor ancestors and pray for good weather and harvests.
Some clean and tend to ancestors' graves.
Festive activities like Vertical egg,flying a kite are common in some regions.
Food:
Spring vegetables like bamboo shoots are enjoyed.
Spring pancakes symbolize new beginnings and good fortune.
Swallows are returning from the south
In essence, the Spring Equinox celebrates the renewal of nature and is a time for reflection, family, and hope for the future.
