As the year draws to a close, the Winter Solstice has arrived, marking a major astronomical event that captivates people around the globe. Winter Solstice is a phenomenon that brings in the shortest day and longest night of the year. Soyal: A winter solstice ceremony among Native American tribes that includes rituals to "bring back the sun". A tomb structure …
Winter in the Northern Hemisphere will officially begin on Saturday, December 21, 2024, when the winter solstice occurs. Significance of Winter Solstice 2024 According to astronomy, the winter solstice is the period when the days will get longer and the nights will get shorter, which marks the beginning of the winter season. Winter Solstice 2024 Timings Winter solstice time - …
The air temperature was 5 degrees and the water about 11, but that did not stop about 2,000 swimmers from plunging naked into Hobart's River Derwent to celebrate the passing of the longest night. Key points: The River Derwent plunge started at sunrise — 7:42am The event is held to celebrate the passing of the winter solstice, or longest night …