Valentine’s Day is a holiday when lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts. It is also called St. Valentine’s Day. The holiday has expanded to express affection between relatives and friends.
Valentine’s Day, also called Saint Valentine’s Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, is celebrated annually on February 14.
Valentine’s Day originated as a Christian feast day honoring one or two early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine. Through later folk traditions, it has become a significant cultural, religious, and commercial celebration of romance and love in many regions of the world.
Roses, hearts, doves and the colours red and pink are all associated with Valentine’s Day.
A common way people celebrate Valentine’s Day is by giving loved ones an assortment of gifts, including cards, candy, and flowers.
Did you know…?
The tradition of giving Valentine’s Day flowers dates back to the 17th century.
Here’s all you need to know about the seven days of Valentine’s week.
February 7 – Rose Day.
February 8 – Propose Day.
February 9 – Chocolate Day.
February 10 – Teddy Day.
February 11 – Promise Day.
February 12 – Hug Day.
February 13 – Kiss Day.
February 14 – Valentine’s Day.
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