Valentine’s Day around the world

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‘Valentine’s day around the world is celebrated in the name of Saint Valentine, but who’s this mysterious saint and why’s the festival celebrated with such gusto! Although the truth behind the festival is murky, there are a few stories you would like to know. It’s said that Valentine was a priest who served during the 3rd century in Rome, And when emperor Claudius II announced that single men made better soldiers than those with families and wives, he outlawed marriage for young soldiers. 

Valentine went against this injustice being done to young men and started performing secret marriages for young lovers. When the emperor found out about Valentine’s actions, he ordered that the saint be put to death. The other tale suggests that the saint may have been killed while helping the Christians escape harsh Roman prisons, where they were tortured. Gradually, Saint Valentine became so popular that couples all across the world started celebrating Valentine’s Day as the day of love. 

Check out the interesting Valentine’s day traditions around the world. This day isn’t all about flowers and chocolates around the world. Different countries celebrate it in their own way.

Argentina – For A Week Of Sweetness

France – Epicentre Of Romance

South Korea – For A Unique Set Of Experience

Philippines – A Gala Event

Ghana – National Chocolate Day

Bulgaria – Day Of Winemakers

Wales – Day Of San Dwynwen

Spain – Feast Of Saint Dionysus

South West China – Sisters’ Meal Festival

Denmark – A Celebration Of Love

Romania – An Unusual Celebration

Estonia – A Festival For Everyone

Japan – Exchange Of Unique Gifts

Czech Republic – Celebrate Romance

Brazil – Lovers Day

England – Festival Of Romantic Love

Italy – Popular Day For Couples

Slovenia – Show Your Affection’ (Source) 

Now that makes for some very interesting information!

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