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It's Celeste's Turn: What do you know about Valentine's Day?
Most people know the story – or stories – of how Valentine’s Day came to be. But I decided to do a little Google search to see what else I could find about this romanticized holiday. According to Wikipedia, Valentine’s Day, also called Saint Valentine’s Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine originated as a Christian feast day honoring a martyr named Valentine. Some historians believe that the holiday is actually an offshoot of Lupercalia, accordin…
There are various explanations but few certainties, both on the feast and on the history of the saint
Valentino di Terni, bishop and martyr, gives the name to the day dedicated to those who love each other. The tradition of sending a postcard, instead, comes from the Middle Ages
Every February 14th, millions of people in the world stop to commemorate Valentine's Day, one of the most emblematic days of the calendar dedicated to exalting love and friendship.Although today it is perceived as a modern holiday, its roots are located in ancient Rome, having evolved from a solemn tribute to becoming a universal expression of affection that today involves couples, friends and family nuclei alike.The origin: Valentine's Day in f…
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