Saint Valentine's Day: The History of the Celebration of Love

Saint Valentine's Day is celebrated every year on February 14th. It is a day dedicated to love, but how did this tradition begin?

The roots of the celebration can be traced back to the 3rd century AD and are linked to Saint Valentine, a priest in Rome. Valentine was executed for secretly performing marriages for soldiers, despite the ban by Emperor Claudius II.

In the 14th century, the day began to be associated with love in England and France. People exchanged love messages and poems. In the 18th century, 'Valentine's cards' became popular.

Today, the celebration has taken on a commercial character, with the 'industry' of flowers, chocolates and jewelry benefiting from the day.

Saint Valentine's Day remains an opportunity to express our love to friends, relatives and romantic partners.