Celebrating Bulgarian Tradition: Sixth Annual Martenitsa-Tree in Chicago
Embracing the rich cultural heritage of Bulgaria, Bulgarians in Chicago marked the sixth consecutive year of the international "Martenitsa" project on February 25th. This initiative, which originates from the ancient Bulgarian tradition of martenitsa, aims to spread the symbolic red and white adornments globally, fostering a sense of Bulgarianness and promoting a positive image of Bulgaria and its communities worldwide.
The concept of adorning trees with martenitsi was first conceived by Stara Zagora artist Marijan Milanov in 1992....