That time of the year, once again! Welcome back, spring!
Yes, the first official day of spring, is finally on its way, and in Romania we celebrate the beginning of the new season, in a special way, so I’ve decided to share a few thoughts on the local customs, as I’m pretty sure not everyone heard of them.
Mărțișor is what we call the Romanian holiday (taking place on March 1st), symbolizing the first day of Spring; the diminutive of marț (Martie for March in Romanian), which means little March.
The custom is believed to have Daco-Thracian origins, dating back 8,000 years! As during the Roman Empire times New Year’s Eve was celebrated on March 1, this day symbolized a new beginning. March (‘Martius’) was named in honor of the god Mars, the god of war but also agriculture, suggesting the rebirth of nature, huge celebrations taking place to mark the new start of the year.
Mărțișor is also the name of a talisman, tied to…
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Welcome spring ♥♡♡
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Welcome indeed! 🙂 I missed it ❤
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Great traditions, Lucy. Happy springtime. 🙂
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Thank you so much. It’s indeed a beautiful time of the year! You too have a lovely spring!! 🙂
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Thank you, Lucy. 🙂
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Lovely to read about these traditions. It is autumn here, but the cool weather is welcome after a hot Australian summer. Happy Spring to you! 🙂
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Thank you so much, Jane! Indeed, they are wonderful traditions. Spring is quite a nice time of the year but so is autumn! Happy autumn to you and all the best! 🙂
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Happy memories of you introducing me to your special celebrations. Love to you Lucy x
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Thank you so much dear Karen! I thought about you when i posted it 🙂 Have a happy spring! Love and hugs! x
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Happy First Day of Spring to you!!!!!!!
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Thank you so much! You too have a lovely spring! Best wishes 🙂
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