Karthika explores the culture and traditions around midsummer’s eve and the summer solstice. People all over the world have been celebrate these first few days of summer for generations with fires, feasting and celebrations. From Ancient Egypt, Aztecs of Mexico, Chinese, Native American and Western civilizations have celebrated this first day of summer often called Midsummer or St. John’s Day. It has been known as one of the most powerful days of the year for spiritual growth and healing.