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Red and white twisted thread beside fresh spring flowers on a wooden table
Lifestyle

Mărțișor: How Romania Welcomes Spring on the First of March

Every year on 1 March, Romanians exchange small red-and-white tokens to mark the start of spring. Here is the story behind the tradition and how to join in.
Red and white twisted thread charms laid out on a wooden table with early spring blossoms
Culture

Mărțișor: the red and white charm that welcomes spring in Romania

Every 1 March, Romanians pin small red and white tokens to their lapels. Here is the story behind the mărțișor, what it means and how to join in respectfully.