What are the traditional customs during the vernal equinox?

The vernal equinox is one of the 24 solar terms, which usually appears on March 20th or 2 1 every year. Hangzhou, Zhejiang, where I live, is one of the southern provinces of China. During the vernal equinox, Zhejiang has the following traditional customs:

1. Planting trees to worship ancestors: At the vernal equinox, Zhejiang farmers will plant trees in their villages or their own fields. At the same time, ancestor worship activities will be held to express gratitude to ancestors.

2. Plastic Mountain Opera: Plastic Mountain Opera is one of the traditional opera art forms in Zhejiang, which is usually performed in the vernal equinox. This kind of opera performance usually consists of some statues and landscapes, telling some traditional stories.

3. Drink spring tea: At the vernal equinox, people in Zhejiang will drink spring tea to celebrate the arrival of spring. Spring tea refers to the fresh buds of tea trees picked in spring, which are fragrant and refreshing.

4. Dragon Boat Race: During the Spring Equinox, dragon boat races will be held in some areas of Zhejiang, which is a traditional folk sports competition and attracts many tourists.

5. Spring outing: At the vernal equinox, the temperature is suitable, which is a good time for an outing. There are many scenic spots in Zhejiang, such as West Lake, Qiandao Lake and Putuo Mountain. These are popular spring resorts for tourists.

These customs and activities reflect Zhejiang people's love and celebration of spring, and also reflect Zhejiang's traditional culture.