The history of Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day is a holiday for people worldwide to share their love and affection. But did you ever wonder how the holiday that celebrates love, affection and friendship came to be? Although the origins of the holiday are slightly unclear,
Unraveling the history of Valentine’s Day: Origins and traditions
Valentine’s Day, a celebration of love wrapped in candy hearts, roses and chocolates, traces back to St. Valentine. But the origins are far more complex — and darker than the chocolate we indulge in on the day of love. Valentine’s Day is rooted in ancient Roman rituals, where sacrifice and secrecy intertwined with the idea of love.
Valentine's Day 2025: Why do we celebrate the day of love on February 14? Know history behind it
Valentine's Day, celebrated on February 14, has deep-rooted history. Discover how this day of love came to be and the legends that make it so special.
The history of Valentine's Day: From its pagan origins to a billion-dollar holiday
Feb. 14th is all about romance and love! Whether you're celebrating it with a partner, friends, or family, here's what you should know about its history.
Inside the origins of modern Valentine's Day celebrations
Valentine's cards and gifts have their roots in English traditions — but Americans have long embraced them for romantic partners and other loved ones.
Valentine’s day: A global tapestry of love and traditions
February 14th is widely recognized as the day of love, but its significance and acceptance vary across cultures. While some embrace Valentine’s Day as a time for grand romantic gestures, others approach it with a more sceptical lens,
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An iconic symbol of love and fortune, the red horn 'cornicello' brings Naples tradition to the world
Food, music and culture have made the Italian southern city of Naples famous around the globe. But there's another Neapolitan ...
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A Brief History of Love Symbols: Roses, Heart Shapes, Love Knots, and More
Often exchanged among lovers, the rose is the ultimate sign of passion. The origin of the rose as a love symbol dates back to Greek and Roman times. In Greek mythology, Aphrodite, the goddess of ...
On Valentine’s Day hearts are everywhere – on cards, cakes, balloons and emojis – but when were they first used to symbolise love?
On Valentine’s Day hearts are everywhere – on cards, cakes, balloons and emojis – but when were they first used to symbolise ...
Don't turn your back on love, dress the part for Valentine's Day instead
As Valentine’s Day approaches, brands all over the world lean into these timeless symbols of love: hearts, flowers, vibrant ...