Valentine's Day

traditions
This day isn’t all about flowers and chocolates around the
world. Different countries celebrate it in their own way.
 Argentina
Argentinians don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day in Feb, but “the
week of sweetness” in July. It’s the day when lovers exchange
kisses and receive chocolates and other sweets. In the
country, the day actually started as a commercial invention
but later became Valentine’s traditions.
 “It is believed that the first-ever Valentine’s Day card was
originated in France, when Charles, the Duke of Orleans, sent
love letters to his wife from the prison in 1415. And the French
village called “Valentine” turns into the epicenter of romance
between 12th and 14th February. One can see the beautiful
yards, trees, and homes decorated with love cards, roses, and
proposals for marriage flakes. It probably is the most beautiful
Valentine’s Day traditions in the world.”

— France
 South Korea
The romantic couples in South Korea celebrate the day of love on
the 14th of each month. Yeah, you read it right! “the day of roses”
is celebrated in May, “the day of kisses” is celebrated in June, “the
day of hugs in December” and single people celebrate “the black
day” in April by eating black noodles. It is a completely
different Valentine’s Day tradition around the world.
 Philippines
In the Philippines, Valentine’s Day is the time
when many young couples marry in an event
sponsored by the government as a form of public
service. Among the most amazing Valentine’s
Day celebrations around the world, this one is a
gala event in the country and a special day for
young people.
Romania
If you’re looking for some very romantic and
unusual celebration of valentine’s day
around the world, then Romanians won’t
disappoint you. The day is celebrated on
24th Feb as the day when young couples get
engaged. It is basically a mix of Valentine’s
Day and the celebration of spring season.
Young men and women go to the forests to
pick colorful flowers, while other couples
wash their faces with snow as a sign of good
luck.
Japan
Japan does it quite differently. It is
celebrated on 14th Feb and women buy gifts
and chocolates for their male companions
or lovers. Men can’t return gifts until March
14, which is called the “white day”.
Bulgaria
Like any other country,
Bulgaria celebrates
Valentine’s Day in its own
style. On 14 February, San
Trifon Zartan is celebrated in
Bulgaria, which means “day
of winemakers”. Young and
old couples celebrate their
love with a glass of
wonderful local wine.
Estonia
On 14 Feb, Estonia celebrates
friendship day known as
Sobrapaev. This amazing
festival includes everyone,
from couples to singles. So
not just couples, but family
members and friends also
exchange gifts and celebrate
love.
 Some statistics

53% $23.9 $266

Of US citizens Millions Average person
Planned to celebrate Were spent this year on Aged 20-29 spent on gifts.
Valentine’s Day in 2022. preparations for the
holiday.

$109 7% 68%
Average person Of gifts Of men
Aged 30+ spent on gifts. Are lingerie and pajamas. Would purchase Valentine’s
gifts for their loved ones.
 Top-gifts

57% 39% 31% 22%

Candies Flowers Evening out Jewelry

Where Valentine’s Day is Most Popular Around the
World

Iran Honduras
It seems like prohibition It’s much more
doesn’t stop the Iranian inclusive than
people in continuing to anywhere else.
celebrate.

100% 84% Nepal Iraq

Very popular among Not even war and
74% 69% the young
generation.
violence has
deterred Iraqis from
celebrating.
Some
words
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Inclusive To woo
not excluding any of the try to gain the love of (someone),
parties or groups involved in especially with a view to
something. marriage.

To deter Yearning
discourage (someone) from doing a feeling of intense longing
something by instilling doubt or for something.
fear of the consequences.

To instil Devotion
gradually but firmly establish (an love, loyalty,
idea or attitude) in a person's or enthusiasm for a person
mind. or activity.