The 24 traditional Chinese solar terms----Major Snow
During Major Snow, the snow becomes heavy and begins to accumulate on the ground. The temperature drops significantly.
During Major Snow, the weather becomes drier and colder, so people should drink more water. But one should not drink too much water at once. Besides, don't drink cold water immediately after exercise.
The best meat for sausage is that of the pig's buttock. The sausage should be dried in a well-ventilated place in the shade. After a week, they are edible. Cut a certain amount off, and boil or fry it as you like.
Wintersweet originated in China and is highly appreciated in Chinese culture for its endurance in severe winters. With pine and bamboo, it is referred to as one of the Three Friends of Winter.
The snow in North China may last a whole day, breaking tree branches and blocking the road. The natural scenery is "ice blockading for hundreds miles and snow flying through thousands miles". In the South, the snowflakes swirl around and the world turns white.
