March Coloring Pages

March is the third month in the Gregorian calendar, which is now the most widely used calendar in the world. The month has 31 days.

March - interesting facts and information

  1. History: March was originally the first month in the Roman calendar and owes its name to the Roman deity of war, Mars. When in 46 BC. Julius Caesar introduced the Julian calendar, January and February were added to the beginning of the year, moving March to the third position.
  2. Meaning: In many cultures, March marks the beginning of spring in the northern hemisphere, while autumn begins in the southern hemisphere. The vernal equinox, which usually falls on March 20 or 21, marks the moment when day and night are equally long.
  3. Events and celebrations: Various holidays and events are celebrated in March, including St. Patrick's Day (March 17), which is widely celebrated, especially in Ireland and by Irish communities around the world. March also marks International Women's Day (March 8), and the change from winter to daylight saving time is celebrated in many areas.
  4. Symbols: National and regional symbols of March include the emerald stone (birthstone) and flowers such as the daffodil and pansy.
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