Martenitsa
Честита Баба Марта!
Happy March!
Martenitsi are worn from 1 March until the wearer first sees a
blossoming tree or until 22 March. Usually, you give them to friends and
relatives wishing them health. If you see someone with a Martenitsa in March
they are either Bulgarian (or Romanian) or have a Bulgarian (or Romanian)
friend or relative. The name of the holiday
Baba Marta (Martisor - Martishor in Romanian) means
"Grandma March" in Bulgarian and the wearing of Martenitsi is a
tradition related to welcoming the spring, which in Bulgaria begins in March.
Before 22 March you have to tie the Martenitsa to a branch of a blossoming tree
and make a wish.
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Enjoy!