History
According to legend, this saint is credited with starting the holiday by secretly marrying couples to save the husbands from war.
Who is St. Valentine?
This activity between couples and their loved ones occurs on February 14th around the world more often then it does any other day of the year.
What is marriage?
What is "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)"?
Formal messages printed on paper, made and sold from the mid-1800s to today. They are often depicted with hearts, birds, Cupids and sweet words.
What is a Valentine?
In this island nation, the government sponsors a large-scale marriage ceremony as a public service for couples.
Where is the Philippines?
Roman god of love, known for having arrows that cause people to fall in love when hit.
Who is Cupid?
In 1971, this former President of the United States installed a secret taping system in the White House.
Who is Richard Nixon?
This Taylor Swift song encourages you to stop listening to the negative people in your life, and to celebrate your authentic self - stay positive!
What is "Shake it Off"?
What is Hallmark?
Instead of having a single day, in this country they have what is known as, "A Week of Sweetness" in July.
Where is Argentina?
Lupercalia, the spring festival celebrated by this ancient civilization until it was outlawed by Pope Galasius I at the end of the 5th Century.
What is the Roman Empire?
In 2003, this famous sheep, known for being the first creature ever successfully cloned, died.
Who was Dolly the Sheep?
This Hailee Steinfeld song is about the importance of loving yourself and who you are right now. If you believe in yourself, then you are opening the door for more opportunities for life and love in your future.
What is "Love Myself"?
In 1868, this British chocolatier sold their first box of heart-shaped chocolates. They are still popular today.
What is Cadbury?
In this country, Valentine's is expanded from just February - to having a day on the 14th of each month! On May 14th, there is the Day of Roses; December 14th is the Day of Hugs; April 14th is Black Day, where people will eat traditional black noodles.
Where is South Korea?
Known as the Parliament of Fowls, people in Medieval Europe believed these creatures were the ones who chose their mates.
What are Birds?
In 1931, this famous horror movie based on the book sharing the same name, staring Bela Lugosi as the main character was released.
What is Dracula?
This Cyndi Lauper song encourages (girls, specifically) to laugh, celebrate, and enjoy your single life - you don't need to be in a relationship to have fun!
What is "Girls Just Want to Have Fun"?
In 1948, this company launched its (very successful) "A Diamond is Forever" campaign, selling the idea that gifting high-end jewelry is how you can express love.
Who is the De Beers Diamond Company?
In this country, Valentine's day is celebrated on January 25th - the day of San Dwynwen. On this day, couples exchange unique, beautifully handcrafted wooden spoons.
Where is Wales?
In 1400, this King of France established the Charter of the Court of Love, where members of the court would meet for a feast on February 14th. Male guests were expected to perform original love songs, and the female guests were expected to judge them.
Who was King Charles VI?
This famous, British comedian and actor turns 52 years old today.
Who is Simon Pegg?
This Destiny's Child song talks about perseverance, and how we don't need to be in a relationship to feel complete.
What is "Survivor"?
Who was Esther Howland?
In this country, Valentine's Day is a relatively new holiday. While it is a day for couples, it is also celebrated as a day for friends and family members to exchange chocolate, cards and pressed Snowdrop flowers.
Where is Denmark?