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07/08/2026

Begining of autumn is the3 th of the 24 traditional Chinese solar terms. It means the end of summer and the beginning of autumn. However hot weather will not come to an end.
The period of hot days after Beginingof Autumn, usually lasting for 30 days, is called "Autumn Tiger”. It is a big solar term for farmers. It is time to gather crops.
There is a saying: “If it rains on the day of the start of Autumn a good harvest is expected.”
On the first day of the start of Autumn ,usually people will weigh themselves and compare their weight to what it was at the start of summer. If one has lost weight during the summer,then at the beginning of Autumn, he or she needs to put on weight by eating many different kinds of delicious food,especially meat.

23/07/2026

Greater Heat (Dàshǔ) is the 12th solar term among the 24 Solar Terms and usually occurs between July 22nd and 24th each year. During this period, most regions in China experience the hottest days of the year, with blazing sunshine and sweltering heat lingering in the air. As an old saying goes, “Lesser Heat and Greater Heat, steaming from above and boiling below,” an apt description of the intense heat and humidity that define this time.
In ancient China’s agrarian society, Greater Heat was more than just a sign of the weather; it was closely connected to important agricultural activities. It marked a key period for harvesting early rice and transplanting late-season rice. Farmers had to work efficiently to harvest and sow in time, reflected in the saying, “If you don’t cut the rice during Greater Heat, you’ll lose a basket each day.” Greater Heat is also regarded as the hottest stage of the "dog days" of summer. People believed that during this time, yang energy reached its peak, and thus, one should follow the rhythm of nature, adjust daily routines, and avoid overexertion.
After Greater Heat comes "Beginning of Autumn," marking the gradual cooling of the weather. During this transition, people often adjust their diet in preparation for the changing season. Major Heat is a solar term where nature and culture meet; it not only carries ancient wisdom but also continues to shape daily life today. Whether through food therapy, traditional customs, or modern cooling methods, Greater Heat serves as a reminder: only by following the rhythms of nature can one pass through the hottest days of summer in comfort and good health.

07/07/2026

Lesser Heat is the eleventh solar term in the Chinese lunar calendar, usually arriving around July 7th. This period marks the beginning of truly hot weather, although it is not yet the hottest time of the year. The days become very bright, and the temperature continues to rise.
During Lesser Heat, farmers must keep an eye on their crops, as strong sunlight and frequent rainfall can both help and harm the fields. The high temperature encourages fast growth of rice, corn, and vegetables, but it can also increase the risk of disease or insect attacks.
Different places in China celebrate this time with special food and habits. In many areas, people enjoy eating cold watermelon and drinking herbal tea to cool down. In southern China, families may cook dishes with mung beans because they are believed to keep the body refreshed and prevent summer illnesses.
Lesser Heat is an important reminder to stay healthy when the weather is hot. People try to take a nap at noon, stay out of the sun, and drink enough water. As the sun shines and rain falls, it is also a time to admire the lush scenery that flourishes everywhere.

19/06/2026

The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. It is one of the most important festivals in Chinese culture, with a history of over 2,000 years.
The festival has various customs and activities, the most well-known of which is the dragon boat race. The race involves teams of paddlers racing their elaborately decorated boats to the beat of a drum. The winning team is believed to bring good luck and fortune to their village or town.
The festival also involves the eating of zongzi, a traditional Chinese food made of glutinous rice wrapped in bamboo leaves. The shape and fillings of zongzi vary from region to region, but they are all a symbol of good wishes and blessings.

05/06/2026

Grain in Bread is the ninth solar term, as well as the third one in summer. It signifies the beginning of mid-summer. It means the grains are mature.
During this period, crops like barley and wheat all get mature and are waiting to be harvested.
In Chinese, "Grain in Bread" is called Mang Zhong. Mang means grains, but it also means busy in Chinese. It forecasts the farmer is getting back to the busy season.

29/05/2026

21/05/2026

During the Lesser Fullness of Grain period, the summer harvest is about to begin. A saying about rain during this time mentions, "A heavy rainfall makes the river full."
Because of the great increase in rainfall, rivers are full of water, which makes fish and shrimp big and fat. This is a good time to eat fish and shrimp. It is also harvest season for fishermen.
High temperatures and humidity are common during this period. This time is a good period of the quick growth of flowers. It is also a season when plant diseases and pests are at an all-time high, which makes growing flowers even more critical.
In this season, silkworms have cocooned. People begin to cook cocoons and prepare the spinning wheel for reeling silk. Those who engage in the silk industry thank the deity by offering sacrifices and staging performances. They pray to the deity for blessings and a boom season for the silk business.

09/05/2026

05/05/2026

As far as is known, the solar term of Beginning of Summer has always been very important in China since antiquity. According to historical records, during the Zhou Dynasty(1099-1050 BC), the emperor led all the civil and military officials to the southern outskirts of country’s capital city to welcome the summer by holding a sacrificial ceremony of offerings to the Yan Emperor (c. 25th century BC)and Zhu Rong (the fire god) on the day of Beginning of Summer. In ancient times, the color of the ceremonial dress and the jade pendant worn by this ceremony and even the carriages and horses which they rode and the flags on their carriages were all red. It signified the fiery summer that was about to arrive.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that people shall keep pace with changes in the weather and pay attention to the hearts’ health at the transition of spring and summer. With the beginning of summer, the weather turns hot, and traditional Chinese medicine also believes that “summer-heat tends to injure the vitality” and “summer-heat is likely to impatient the heart.” Thus, people should nurse their bodies and build up the hearts’ health during this season. Especially the elderly need to consciously take good care of their emotion, keep calm and happy, and avoid extreme excitement or sorrow which might hurt the health.
During the early summer, the elderly are easy to get obstruction of blood circulation. It is recommended to eat onions and drink a small amount of alcohol in the morning to promote blood and heart vessel circulation so as to prevent the occurrence of heart disease. After Beginning of Summer, when the weather gradually turns hot, it is better to eat a light diet with digestible and vitamin-rich food rather than a high-fat and spicy diet.