24 Solar Terms: 5 things you may not know about Rain Water

( chinadaily.com.cn )

Updated: 2017-02-18

Going Home, by Li Naiwei.[Photo/artron.net]

Visit to in-laws

One of the main customs during Rain Water is husbands visiting their in-laws and giving gifts. According to the tradition, gifts are usually two cane chairs winded with four meters of red belt, which symbolizes good health and longevity. Another typical gift is a pot of cooked dish that contains pig's knuckles stewed with soya and kelp, by which the son-in-law expresses his respect and gratitude.