The Origin of Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day’s become popular worldwide as the “holiday of lovers” since the end of the 20th century. It is named after Roman Catholic priest Saint Valentine (also referred to as Saint Valentinus in some records) who became known as the patron saint of lovers.
On this day, lovers give gifts to each other, or express their love through messages or shared experiences. Nowadays, the religious origin of Valentine’s Day has faded worldwide, including in Hungary.
Valentine’s Day around the World
Today, in Hungary and many other countries, Valentine’s Day is celebrated as a day for lovers. However, different cultures have developed various traditions for this day worldwide. In some parts of the world, Valentine’s Day is celebrated as a day to express love between family members and friends, rather than just between romantic couples. In some countries, children receive candy or small gifts, while in others, the keepers of the tradition surprise their friends.
Of course, most people associate Valentine’s Day with romance and love, and thus, every year, millions of Valentine’s Day surprises are prepared for couples. According to Hungarian customs, men typically give flowers, most commonly red roses to their loved ones, but fortunately, the latest trends show that couples give each other experiences and spend special time together on this day too.
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Many couples choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day with dinner, a picnic or just a special homemade meal. Travel is also a popular Valentine’s Day activity, allowing couples to escape from their everyday routines and spend quality time together. However, no matter what you do, this day has been the most beautiful celebration of love for years, so don’t forget to surprise your loved one with a little something!
Our flowery breakfast awaits you with love, if you want to make this special occasion unforgettable, while our flower and gift shop, as well as our online gift store offer the perfect surprise for you and your partner.
