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A close-up of a handmade mărțișor with twisted red and white threads and a small silver charm.
Culture

Mărțișorul: Romania's Spring Charm of Red and White Thread

Discover the meaning behind the little red-and-white token Romanians exchange every March, its ancient roots, and how to make your own.
A traditional Romanian woven towel with geometric patterns
Culture

Ștergarul: Romania's Woven Towel of Symbols and Ceremony

The ștergar is far more than a household cloth. Its patterns and uses reveal centuries of Romanian tradition, from weddings to everyday life.