December Solstice
December 22 - TUESDAY
Observance: Season Holiday (India)
"The year's shortest day when the sun reaches its lowest point, heralding winter's arrival."
The shortest day in the Northern Hemisphere marking winter's official beginning and the sun's lowest point.
Traditions:
- Celebrating winter solstice festivals with bonfires and lights
- Observing the astronomical event and planetary positions
- Marking the turning point when days begin to lengthen again
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Fun Fact:
Ancient monuments like Stonehenge were built to align with the winter solstice sunrise.