Which solar term is the vernal equinox?

The vernal equinox is one of the 24 solar terms, marking the official start of spring. In China, the vernal equinox has some special customs. Here are some of them:

1. Grave-sweeping: The vernal equinox season coincides with the spring when everything recovers. People will go to the graves of their ancestors to sweep graves and offer sacrifices to show their respect and memory for their ancestors.

2. Go for an outing: The climate is pleasant at the vernal equinox, and many people will go out for an outing to enjoy the beauty of spring and feel the charm of nature.

3. Planting: The spring equinox season is a good time to sow, and many people will start planting various crops at this time in order to have a good harvest.

4. Eat spring vegetables: At the vernal equinox, all kinds of bright green vegetables are on the market, and people will eat a lot of spring vegetables at this time to welcome the arrival of spring.

5. Drink spring tea: At the vernal equinox, the tender buds of tea are extracted, and people will pick these tender buds to make spring tea, which has the effect of clearing away heat, quenching thirst and refreshing.

6. Sacrifice to the gods: The vernal equinox season is the time to worship the spring god. People will worship the gods at home and pray for peace, health and harvest in the coming year.

In short, the vernal equinox, as an important solar term, represents the revival, hope and vitality of everything. According to different regions and traditional customs, people will celebrate this festival in various ways.