Winter Solstice Celebrations Around the World | Human ...
hraf.yale.edu › winter-solstice-celebrationsDec 24, 2018 · Winter Solstice Celebrations Around the World. The Winter Solstice is upon us in the Northern Hemisphere. Marking the longest night and shortest day of the year, the hibernal solstice is an astronomical event that takes place when the Earth reaches its maximum tilt on its axis away from the sun. (At the same time, residents of the Southern Hemisphere are enjoying their longest day and shortest night).