Summer solstice is a millennia-old celebration of mysterious traditions and mythical rituals.
Also known as midsummer, it occurs once a year in each hemisphere when the Earth’s axis is at maximum tilt towards the sun (when the poles are tilted furthest from the sun, this is known as the winter solstice).
Falling on 21 June this year, the event will mark the longest day of the year and signal the astronomical start of summer.
Many countries in Europe celebrate midsummer around the themes of religion and fertility and with activities like traditional dancing, jumping over bonfires or ocean bathing.
If you want to participate in festivities that have taken place since the dawn
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