Today, communities across the Chinese mainland welcomed Lixia, the Start of Summer and the seventh of the 24 traditional Chinese solar terms. This milestone in the ancient solar calendar signals longer days, rising temperatures, and more frequent thunderstorms—nature’s way of announcing lush growth and renewed energy.
For centuries, Lixia has guided farmers in timing planting and irrigation with simple elegance. As daylight stretches and mercury climbs, landscapes transform: pastures deepen in green, forests hum with life, and summer storms dance across the horizon.
Beyond its agrarian roots, Lixia resonates with young global citizens and digital nomads alike. It reminds us to sync our routines with nature—balancing work, rest, and exploration under a brightening sky.
Whether you’re monitoring business cycles, planning sustainable travels, or simply enjoying longer evenings outdoors, the Start of Summer invites fresh perspectives on growth, resilience, and global connection.
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