Winter Solstice Collection

Bulgarian kukeri masks. They are used in winter solstice festivities by dancers that accompany musicians throughout the villages, dancing rhythmically to drive away evil and invite good

An engraving depicting Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England, 19th century
5310645 An engraving depicting Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1832); Universal History Archive/UIG.

An impression of Stonehenge as it would be if restored, 19th century
5311357 An impression of Stonehenge as it would be if restored, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1896); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Winter Solstice
Amanda Leon

Winter solstice sunset. The 21st of December at Cabo Espichel, a sacred promontory facing the Atlantic Ocean. Sesimbra, Portugal

Bonfire made by the Caretos to celebrate the Winter Solstice. Salsas, Tras-os-Montes. Portugal

Monuments of Ancient Egypt (engraving)
1604591 Monuments of Ancient Egypt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monuments of Ancient Egypt)

Orbite de la Revolution annuelle de la Terre autour du Soleil avec l
2655280 Orbite de la Revolution annuelle de la Terre autour du Soleil avec l indication des Saisons (no. 2), from Tableaux du Systeme Planetaire, pub

Festival of the winter solstice, ancient Germany (chromolitho)
1093284 Festival of the winter solstice, ancient Germany (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Festival of the winter solstice, ancient Germany)

Festin a L Honneur du Soleil, le jour du grand Ramy, 1723. Creator: Bernard Picart
Festin a L Honneur du Soleil, le jour du grand Ramy, 1723. Feast in honour of the Sun, the day of the great Ramy. The Inti Raymi (Quechua for sun festival)

Orbite de la Revolution annuelle de la Terre autour du Soleil avec l indication des Saisons
Orbite de la Re volution annuelle de la Terre autour du Soleil avec l indication des Saisons (no. 2), from Tableaux du Systeme Planetaire pub. Paris, 1839

Ecuador, Corpus Christi, Winter solstice festival

Solitary female pedestrian walks through snow covered English winter landscape along country lane bordered by tall
HAR-130 Solitary female pedestrian walks through snow covered English winter landscape along country lane bordered by tall hedges and overhanging trees toward more open sunlit countryside Devon

A composite showing the moon before the eclipse and during totality phase
A composite image showing the moon before the eclipse and during totality phase

A composite showing different stages of the 2010 solstice total moon eclipse
A composite image showing different stages of the 2010 solstice total moon eclipse

Progress of the International Space Station as it crosses the face of the moon
January 4, 2012 - Multiple images of the International Space Station flying over the Houston area have been combined into one composite image to show the progress of the station as it crossed

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"Winter Solstice: A Celebration of Light and Tradition" As the winter solstice approaches, the world prepares to welcome the longest night of the year. In Bulgaria, dancers adorned with mystical Bulgarian kukeri masks take center stage in vibrant festivities, invoking ancient rituals that symbolize rebirth and protection against evil spirits. At Cabo Espichel, a sacred promontory overlooking Portugal's coastline, nature paints a breathtaking picture as the winter solstice sunset casts its golden hues across the horizon. The air is filled with anticipation and reverence for this celestial event that marks a turning point in our journey around the sun. In Salsas, Tras-os-Montes region of Portugal, bonfires crackle and dance under starry skies. Caretos gather around these fiery beacons to celebrate the Winter Solstice - their faces hidden behind intricate masks as they honor age-old traditions passed down through generations. Across time and continents, from Ancient Egypt to Germany, depictions on monuments tell stories of civilizations marveling at this cosmic phenomenon. Engravings etched into stone capture humanity's fascination with understanding our place in orbit around the sun during this annual revolution. The Festival brings communities together in Ecuador during Corpus Christi celebrations. Amidst colorful processions and lively music, locals pay homage to both Christian customs and indigenous beliefs intertwined with nature's cycles. In Devon, UK, a solitary figure walks along snow-covered lanes bordered by towering hedges and overhanging trees. The tranquility of this English winter landscape contrasts with bustling city life; it serves as a reminder to pause amidst chaos and embrace moments of solitude during this season of reflection. A composite image captures an awe-inspiring lunar eclipse before totality phase takes hold. As Earth aligns itself between Sun and Moon like clockwork precision – we witness celestial ballet unfolding above us – reminding us once again how interconnected we are within this vast universe.