Mărțișor is celebrated in Moldova and Romania every year on March 1, marking the arrival of spring. The term "Mărțișor" is derived from an old folk diminutive of March, translating to "Little March." On this day, people wear special strings that are typically red and white, black and white, or blue and white, often adorned with small decorations like coins. These strings, known as “year's ropes,” symbolize the 365 days of the year and serve as a connection between winter and summer. The colors represent various oppositions and unities, such as day and night or life and death. At the end of March, the strings are traditionally tied to the branches of fruit trees. Mărțișor is a folk festival that reflects cultural traditions in both countries.