Valentine Day Wishes Images- Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, is an annual holiday celebrated on February 14. It is a day dedicated to celebrating love and affection between intimate companions. Here are some key points about Valentine’s Day:
- Valentine’s Day is believed to have originated in ancient Rome as a pagan festival called Lupercalia, which was celebrated on February 15.
- The holiday became associated with romantic love in the High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished in Europe.
- The holiday is typically associated with the exchange of romantic gifts, such as chocolates, flowers, and greeting cards (known as “valentines”).
- Many couples also choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a romantic dinner, a special date, or a weekend getaway.
- Valentine’s Day is celebrated in many countries around the world, although the customs and traditions may vary.
- Some people choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day with friends or family members, rather than romantic partners, and the holiday has also been used as a platform to promote love and kindness towards all people, regardless of their relationship status.
