A woman picks Martenitsi in Sofia, Bulgaria, March 1, 2026. Bulgarians marked the day named Baba Marta on Sunday. On that day and a few days afterwards, Bulgarians exchange and wear the so-called "Martenitsa," a small piece of adornment made of white and red yarn, which is then untied when the first blossom tree, swallow or stork is seen. (Xinhua/Lin Hao)
A stall owner sells Martenitsi in Sofia, Bulgaria, March 1, 2026. Bulgarians marked the day named Baba Marta on Sunday. On that day and a few days afterwards, Bulgarians exchange and wear the so-called "Martenitsa," a small piece of adornment made of white and red yarn, which is then untied when the first blossom tree, swallow or stork is seen. (Xinhua/Lin Hao)
Bulgarians pick Martenitsi in Sofia, Bulgaria, March 1, 2026. Bulgarians marked the day named Baba Marta on Sunday. On that day and a few days afterwards, Bulgarians exchange and wear the so-called "Martenitsa," a small piece of adornment made of white and red yarn, which is then untied when the first blossom tree, swallow or stork is seen. (Xinhua/Lin Hao)