立冬
Term 19 of 24 · Winter
Date
November 7, 2042
Lunar Date
9/25
Day of Week
Friday
Lidong marks the beginning of winter. Crops have been harvested and stored. Animals begin hibernation and nature enters dormancy.
In northern China, eating dumplings (饺子) is essential. In the south, chicken, duck, and fish are eaten for nourishment. Making winter preserves begins.