How do ancient houses without air conditioning avoid the heat in summer?

Although I have to thank the invention of air conditioner every summer to save my life Just a few days ago, the night when the air conditioner suddenly broke down, my feeling was particularly profound The room was as hot as a sauna room, and there was no wind when I opened the window Recalling the days …
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Obviously called white gourd, why is it called “the first gourd in summer”?

If you make a list of foods suitable for summer, “white gourd” will definitely be on the list: It not only helps to clear away heat, diuresis and dampness, it is often called “the first gourd in summer”, and even the name sounds refreshing. Winter gourd is obviously ripe in summer, why not call it “summer gourd”? …
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