Spring is celebrated in many ways, whether it is celebrating Easter, observing the spring equinox, or welcoming nature’s rebirth and the return of warm weather. Here is a list of 10 spring traditions from around the world that could inspire you to embrace the new season! Martisor (Romania) Martisor is […]
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Martisor – the Romanian spring tradition
Martisor is a Romanian tradition celebrated every year at the beginning of March, and it signifies the return of the spring season. On the first day of March, men give women small pieces of jewelry or charms (like brooches or pins) attached to a double red and white string as […]
Read MoreThe Little Mermaid: the story of Copenhagen’s most iconic statue
The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen is nowadays the city’s most famous statue and one of Denmark’s landmarks. If you ever received a postcard from Copenhagen (oh, how I loved those times when people still used to send real postcards and not only a picture on Instagram), or if you open […]
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