The origin behind this holiday is quite murky. Some trace it back to a romantic patron saint. Others note it’s connection to a pagan festival of fertility. During the Middle Ages, people in England and France commonly believed that February 14 was the beginning of mating season for many birds.
Valentine greetings date back to the 1400s, but the holiday was not popularized around the world until the 17th century. By the middle of the 18th century, lovers everywhere were exchanging handwritten notes and tokens of affection.
The holiday has since been quite commercialized, but many still celebrate it as a special day to focus on the ones you love. Its connections with love has made it one of the most popular days for marriage proposals!
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