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December 21 marks the Winter Solstice, an important day among the twenty-four solar terms.
On the day of the Winter Solstice, the daytime is the shortest and the night is the longest.
From this day on, the daytime will gradually get longer, and many people see it as the beginning of spring.
In China, the Winter Solstice has always been very important.
Many places have the saying 'Winter Solstice is as significant as the New Year.'
On this day, families often eat together to feel the warmth of reunion.
In some southern regions, people eat rice-based foods, symbolizing a smooth life and completeness.
In the north, many families eat dumplings on the Winter Solstice.
Steaming hot dumplings are not just food, but also a source of comfort and hope during winter.
Nowadays, dumplings come in more shapes and flavors, but the feeling of reunion remains unchanged.
Long ago, the Winter Solstice was a day for everyone to celebrate together.
People believed it was a new beginning.
Even today, the Winter Solstice reminds us to slow down, be with family, and welcome the new season.