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Unveiling the cultural tapestry of the 24 solar terms: Major Heat
Updated: Jul 23, 2026
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Major Heat (da shu), the hottest solar term of the year, has arrived.
Ancient summers were hot too — but people knew how to stay cool. They kept ice in early "refrigerators", crafted beautiful umbrellas against summer showers, and even spent romantic evenings catching glowing fireflies.
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