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On the 1st of March, it is customary in Greece to exchange "Martaki bracelets" as a symbol of good luck and to welcome the arrival of spring. The "Martaki" is a small, handmade bracelet made of red and white string or thread. The word "Martaki" is derived from the Greek word "Martios", which means March.
The tradition is said to date back to ancient Greece when people would tie a red and white string around their wrist or ankle to ward off evil spirits and welcome good luck. It is also said that the "Martaki" bracelet will protect you from the strong Spring sun so that you will not get burnt!
The white thread symbolizes purity while the red thread symbolizes life, passion, and joy. The combination of these two colors creates a beautiful contrast that perfectly represents the duality of life. The "Martaki" is meant to be worn throughout the month of March until the wearer sees the first signs of spring, such as blooming flowers or chirping birds. On the 1st of April, you are supposed to leave it on a plant or a tree branch so that birds will use it to decorate their nests.
It's not only the significance of the "Martaki" that makes it so special but also the act of exchanging them with loved ones. It's a heartwarming gesture that spreads positivity and love among friends and family. Children often make Martaki bracelets in school to give to their friends and loved ones. It's a fun and colorful way to celebrate the start of a new season and spread positive energy.
"Martaki" is a charming accessory that will not only add a pop of color to your outfit but will also bring you good luck and positive vibes.
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Niobe was fantastic, so knowledgeable and took wonderful care of us. It was warm but we always stopped in the shade. So much information on the history of Greece & the Acropolis. We had a wonderful walk. Recommend booking early morning if possible.
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Jason | Jun 24 | Athens City, Acropolis & Museum Tour
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Jack | Jun 24 | Athens Old Town Food Tour
Easy skip the line - early entry allowed for good photos without the crowd. Tour was quick (1.5 hours) and left most of the rest of the day to explore on our own.
Barry | Jun 24 | First Access Acropolis Tour
Rina was amazing for our first ever walking tour. Incredibly knowledgeable and very easy to listen to. We learnt and enjoyed it so much. Great experience - our 11 and 9 year old got so much out of it. Thanks Rina!
Nicola | Jun 24 | Athens City & Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis and museum tour was great. Alice provided good historical context and explanations without overwhelming with too many facts. We were so glad we did the tour vs. going on our own and learned a few things along the way. Definitely recommend.
Maya | Jun 24 | Acropolis & Museum Tour
We had such a great Acropolis tour, Niiloletta was such a personable and informative tour guide, we learned so much and the tour went a good pace where we were truly able to experience the history of Acropolis!
Y Tresnan | Jun 24 | Acropolis Tour
I loved everything about our tour but mostly I loved Margarita! She was wonderful! So knowledgeable, just lovely, took such good care of us! You should give her a raise! She certainly deserves one! Thank you Margarita for a perfect first day in Athens!
Kim | Jun 24 | Athens City, Acropolis & Museum Tour
Great tour! It’s a really special experience to be one of the first groups to climb the Acropolis, and Niobe was a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide! Would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens.
Rachel | Jun 24 | First Access Acropolis
This was the highlight of our Athens stay! Eva was excellent - she was super knowledgeable, warm, friendly and funny! We learned a ton about Greek culture and tasted some awesome authentic Greek food. Would highly recommend especially with Eva - we loved her!
Kelly Cullen | May 24 | Athens Street Culture & Food
The private tour of the acropolis + museum was so much fun! My parents aren’t as agile as they used to be, and our guide Nikoletta was EXTREMELY accommodating and made sure they could both reach the top. She was also very knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly highly recommend this tour.
Leah Procopi | May 24 | Private Acropolis & Museum Tour
Orestis led our group of four on a fabulous tasting tour of authentic Greek food. He was very knowledgeable, pleasant, and lighthearted. Great experience, delicious food, so glad we did this tour!
Susan | May 24 | Athens Food Tour
Excellent choice. Our tour guide was fantastic, very knowledgeable, kind, sympathetic and embraced the history of Greece with quite interesting and rich presentation. Will definitely recommend it. 2-thumbs-Up !
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