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around 21 June (summer solstice) · solstice
Litha
Litha marks the summer solstice, the longest day. Midsummer has been celebrated across Europe for centuries, and in Britain thousands gather at Stonehenge, whose stones align with the solstice sunrise.
Traditions
- Watching the sunrise on the longest day
- Midsummer bonfires
- Gathering herbs, traditionally said to be most potent at midsummer
- Celebrating the sun at its height
Colours
gold, yellow, orange
Altar ideas
Sunflowers, gold candles, citrine or tiger's eye, and sandalwood or citrus incense.
Litha kit picks
A few pieces from the shop that suit a Litha altar or ritual. Never leave candles or incense burning unattended.
Magic Candles for Manifestation
Manifest Magic Candles (pack of 12) - Yellow - Solar Plexus Chakra
£1.72
Litha: questions
When is Litha?
Litha is celebrated on around 21 June (summer solstice) in the Northern Hemisphere.
What colours are associated with Litha?
Traditional colours are gold, yellow, orange.
How can I celebrate Litha at home?
Watching the sunrise on the longest day. Midsummer bonfires. A simple altar might include: Sunflowers, gold candles, citrine or tiger's eye, and sandalwood or citrus incense.