Winter Solstice (Southern Hemisphere)
About this event
The Southern Hemisphere Winter Solstice in June brings the shortest day and longest night of the year across the south, honored by indigenous Andean cultures with colorful sun festivals.
Interesting facts about Winter Solstice (Southern Hemisphere)
In Cusco, Peru, the grand Inca festival of 'Inti Raymi' (Festival of the Sun) is celebrated in tribute to the June solstice.
The Mapuche people of Chile and Argentina observe 'We Tripantu' (Mapuche New Year) to mark nature's rebirth.
Antarctic research stations celebrate 'Midwinter Day' with festive dinners, exchange of greetings, and traditional winter games.
It marks the shortest daylight period of the year across cities like Buenos Aires, Melbourne, and Johannesburg.
Immediately after this solstice, southern daylight begins expanding day by day.
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