Which Romanian tradition is celebrated on 1 March, with red and white threads given as a sign of spring?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Mărțișor, a small charm on a twisted cord
- Step 1: People give a mărțișor to friends and family at the start of March. Step 2. The tradition was inscribed on the UNESCO list in 2017 jointly with other countries. Answer: Mărțișor, a small charm on a twisted cord. Why not the others: Dragobete, Paparuda and colinde are other customs with other dates.
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