Homonym: Mărțișor (Spring)
Mărțișor is a traditional Romanian celebration that marks the beginning of spring, observed on March 1st. It involves the exchange of small tokens, usually red and white strings tied together, symbolizing the arrival of warmer days. The red represents vitality and life, while the white signifies purity and hope.
People give and wear Mărțișor as a gesture of friendship and love. It is common to attach the tokens to clothing or wear them as jewelry throughout March. The custom is rooted in ancient traditions and is celebrated in various forms across Romania and Moldova.