10 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT DECEMBER

Winter solstice: December marks the beginning of winter in the northern hemisphere and the summer season in the southern hemisphere. The winter solstice, which occurs around December 21, is the shortest day and the longest night of the year in the northern hemisphere.

Birthstone: Turquoise and zircon are the birthstones associated with December. Turquoise is known for its blue-green color, symbolizing happiness and success, while zircon comes in various colors and is believed to have healing properties.

Zodiac signs: The zodiac signs associated with December are Sagittarius (until December 21) and Capricorn (from December 22).

Holidays: December is a month filled with various cultural and religious celebrations, including Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and others. It is a time when many people around the world come together to celebrate with family and friends.

Historical events:

• On December 17, 1903, the Wright brothers made the first controlled powered flight in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.
• The Boston Tea Party took place on December 16, 1773, when American colonists protested against British taxes without representation.

National Days:

• International Human Rights Day is celebrated on December 10, commemorating the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations in 1948.
• National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day is celebrated on the third Friday of December and encourages people to wear festive and deliberately tacky sweaters.

December birthdays:

• Influential figures born in December include Ludwig van Beethoven (December 16), Jane Austen (December 16), and Isaac Newton (December 25).

Gemini constellation: In December, the Gemini constellation is clearly visible in the night sky. In Greek mythology, it is associated with the twins Castor and Pollux.

Weather phenomena: In some parts of the world, December brings exceptional weather phenomena such as winter storms, snowfall, and the appearance of frost, creating a picturesque winter landscape.

New Year's Eve: December 31st marks the end of the year, and people around the world celebrate New Year's Eve with various festivities, fireworks, and countdowns to welcome the coming year.