Tulip

Tulip today we clearly associate it with the Netherlands and huge fields of these flowers. This suggests that this country is the capital of this wonderful flower. There is nothing worse. A country that Turkey is most associated with tulips... They were brought to Europe in the XNUMX century, where they got their current name. It comes from the Turkish word tülbent which denotes the fabric on which the turbans were wrapped, reflecting the similarity of the blooming flowers to the turban. Although Turkey is the capital of tulips, but already the first historical records of their breeding date back to the XNUMX century AD in Persia.... It was then that their varieties were selected and crossed to produce the strongest and most beautiful varieties.

After Tulip was brought to Europe, a real madness began for him. Some varieties of this flower were so valuable that the cost of one bulb corresponded to the annual earnings of a highly skilled craftsman.... This contributed to the creation of large fortunes, but also the rapid loss of all property. After this period, the Netherlands became the cultivation of these flowers. But the importance of tulips for us today and what is their place in the culture?

Tulip - what does it symbolize?

As here with other colors The tulip has different meanings depending on the region of the world.but nevertheless they are very close to each other. Depending on the color of the flower, this also mattered, but more on that later. Now let's dwell on its main features. Despite the fact that the tulip is not the most beautiful flower in the garden, its symbolism is quite wide. First symbolizes flawless and lasting love between partners or family membersy. Remaining in the theme of love, tulip symbolism also refers to immortal, passionate love, whether reciprocated or not. More generally, the tulip also symbolizes abundance and prosperity. It is also a symbol of mercy and support for people who are unlucky in life. We also see the importance of the tulip in Turkey itself. He was considered symbol of heaven on earth make it a part of many religious and secular works of art. While tulips were planted in the Ottoman Empire to remind of heaven and eternal life, the Dutch, who popularized the flower, saw it as a reminder of how short life can be.

The meaning of tulip flowers

The very general meaning of tulips is complemented by the color or coloring of the petals. So, yellow is a symbol of joy. Their symbolism is happiness and cheerful thoughts. They are the perfect gift if we want to put a smile on the face of our life partner. Orange tulips are more expressive I am I the meaning lies in enthusiasm, strength and desire... Another appreciated White color... Their symbolism also matters in relationships because means forgiveness... Moreover, they are also a symbol of paradise and impeccable purity. Of the many popular tulip flowers, two of the most famous can be distinguished, namely: pink and purple color... And pink, in turn, signifies care and feelings, which can signal the recipient that we want to take care of him. In turn, purple is a symbol of royalty and greatness.

Interesting facts about tulips.

An interesting Turkish legend is associated with the tulip. According to the myth, a man named Ferhard was abandoned and rejected by a woman named Sharin. This unrequited love made the boy cry bitterly day and night, and every tear that fell to the ground turned into a tulip. Interestingly, tulips also have an episode in the historical nomenclature.  The times of the Ottoman Empire are called the age of tulips.... At that time, he symbolized heaven on earth, abundance and abundance.