Folklore, myth, and fact around the spring equinox

What exactly is the spring equinox?

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15/03/24 | StarsInsider

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The spring equinox, also known as the vernal equinox, occurs annually around March 20. In the Northern Hemisphere, this date marks the start of the spring season. In the Southern Hemisphere, the March equinox marks the beginning of autumn. An equinox is traditionally defined as the time when the plane of Earth's equator passes through the geometric center of the Sun's disk. This event takes place twice a year, the fall equinox being experienced around September 23. Folklore, myth, and curiosity around the spring equinox has endured for millennia, making the customs associated with this time of year a fascinating mix of fact and fiction.

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