A woman wearing Martenitsa is seen in Sofia, Bulgaria, March 1, 2024. Bulgarian people marked the day named Baba Marta on Friday. On that day and a few days afterwards, Bulgarians exchange and wear ...

One of the most cherished spring traditions in Bulgaria is the celebration of Baba Marta and the wearing of martenitsa—twisted red and white threads believed to bring health and prosperity. This ...

There are many legends and traditions related to the origin of Martenitsa in Bulgarian culture. One of them tells about Khan Kubrat, the ruler of the proto-Bulgarians, who at the end of his life ...

It’s the first day of March and that means Grandma Marta or Grandma March is sweeping away winter and helping spring emerge! It’s a month that is filled with lots of ups and downs when it comes to ...