JOURNAL ARTICLE

What You Need to Know About Winter Solstice 2023.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Burga, Solcyre 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, which occurs on December 21 in the U.S. and December 22 in Europe. This astronomical event marks the beginning of winter and is characterized by the sun being at its lowest elevation. Various global traditions celebrate the solstice, including gatherings at ancient monuments like Stonehenge and Newgrange, where people observe the sunrise. Additionally, unique cultural practices, such as the Austrian celebration featuring Krampus, highlight the diverse ways communities engage with this significant seasonal change. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/12, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Sports and Leisure
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:174432957
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