March Equinox
March 20 - FRIDAY
Observance: Season Holiday (India)
"The celestial moment when Earth's axis tilts neither toward nor away from the sun."
The astronomical event when day and night are approximately equal, marking spring's beginning in the Northern Hemisphere.
Traditions:
- Celebrating the arrival of spring season with outdoor activities
- Observing astronomical events and planetary positions
- Planting new crops and gardens with the changing season
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Fun Fact:
On the equinox, the sun rises exactly due east and sets exactly due west everywhere on Earth.