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The December Solstice in Belize, also known as the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, occurs between December 20th and 23rd each year, when the sun is at its southernmost point relative to the equator. In Belize, this marks one of the shortest days of the year with respect to daylight hours.
The ancient Maya civilization, which thrived in Belize and surrounding regions, paid great attention to astronomical events such as solstices and equinoxes. They constructed sophisticated calendars and monumental structures that were aligned with celestial occurrences. For instance, at Caracol, an ancient Maya archaeological site in Belize, structures are thought to have been built with these solar events in mind.
While there are no uniquely defined traditions in contemporary Belize specifically for celebrating the December Solstice itself, it coincides with holiday festivities. As a country with a predominantly Christian population, much of this period is characterized by preparations for Christmas.
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In modern times, the day is more about a general feeling of anticipation for the holiday season rather than specific solstice-related rituals or observances. The December Solstice passes largely as a natural phenomenon noted by those interested in astronomy or cultural history.
