Customs and traditions around the world

Embark on an enthralling journey through the world of Customs and Traditions, the foundational pillars that define a people’s cultural identity. From age-old festivities to ancestral rituals, experience the richness and diversity that connect us as human beings. Each tradition is a link in the chain of time, a window into the collective soul that invites us to understand and celebrate our roots.

Valentine’s Day: from the sacrifice of animals to the celebration of love

Día de los Enamorados / Valentines Day

The feast of love known as St. Valentine’s Day, celebrated on February 14, has its roots in ancient Roman animal sacrifices and the legend of a passionate saint. According to tradition Pope Gelasius established the celebration date in the period between 496 and 498 AD in order to honor St. Valentine.

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