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It’s almost Valentine’s Day!! To celebrate the most romantic day of the year, here are a few of the romantic cities in the world and some interesting tidbits about how they recognize Valentine’s Day:
Paris
Did you know…“The High Court of Love” was established in Paris, France, in
1400 and was the first known official celebration of Saint Valentine’s
Day? Composed of 30 women, it dealt with love contracts, violence against
women, and betrayals. That doesn’t surprise me in the least – the “city of love” is my choice for the most romantic city in the world.
1400 and was the first known official celebration of Saint Valentine’s
Day? Composed of 30 women, it dealt with love contracts, violence against
women, and betrayals. That doesn’t surprise me in the least – the “city of love” is my choice for the most romantic city in the world.
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Rome
Did you know…St. Valentine was Roman and he is buried in Rome? His flower crowned skull is a relic at the Basilica Santa Maria in Cosmedin in Rome. And, of course, Cupid was the Roman God of Love. Again, no shock – the Romans are the original “romantics”!
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Kyoto
Did you know…in Japan it is customary for women to give men chocolate on Valentine’s Day? Other gifts are generally not given. When we visited Kyoto, I was amazed that the entire city just oozed romance. It would be a perfect place for a honeymoon!
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New York
Did you know…The Empire State Building in New York City played a prominent role in the movie “Sleepless in Seattle”. Every year couples flock to the Empire State Building to take (or renew) their vows on the 80th floor of this famous landmark. Call me a jaded New Yorker, but I can’t see getting married at the top of the Empire State Building…but I still “heart” NYC.
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Prague
Did you know…Although recent times have brought Valentine’s Day to Prague, May 1st is actually the traditional day to celebrate love? While I haven’t had the pleasure to visit “the Paris of the East”, the bridges, the river and the way the light plays on the buildings make it seem the perfect place for a romantic getaway. And, if you wait until May 1st, the weather will be better too!
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Buenos Aires
Did you know…In Argentina, they not only celebrate Valentine’s Day, but they dedicate an entire week in July for “sweetness week”? From the 13th
to the 20th, lovers and friends will exchange candies and kisses. Coming from the land of tango and latin lovers, I am amazed they don’t celebrate for a month!
to the 20th, lovers and friends will exchange candies and kisses. Coming from the land of tango and latin lovers, I am amazed they don’t celebrate for a month!
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San Francisco
Did you know…a city wide pillow fight takes place every year on Valentine’s Day in San Francisco? Now that sounds like a Valentine’s Day tradition my boys would enjoy!
How do you celebrate the day? I plan to cook for my “guys” – my youngest is coming home from college for the weekend. Lots of cozy comfort food is in order for yet another chilly Connecticut weekend!
Have a beautiful Valentine’s Day, my dears…wherever you may be wandering….
xoxo
So many interesting facts about V day in different Places Sandy! Hope you have a happy Valentines dear!
We're not huge into Valentine's Day as our hubbies think that it's a ploy for card companies to sell more cards and florists to sell more roses… But a pillow fight sounds just like the thing that would be fun to do. Sadly, our boys are in Florida for spring training and we're hear freezing! Have a love-ly weekend, Sandy.
xxoo
C + C
Wow what fun any of these wondeful cities would be….anywhere but here. I am FREEZING! Normalyl I can handle the cold but today its going through right me and I keep making excuses of why I don't have to go out but really I do, ugh!
We go out every year with one of our best friends (a couple) its a tradition and one we all look forward to unless the snow has other plans for us…..enjoy yours and happy cooking! We know they LOVE coming home to a home cooked meal:)
That scene from Sleepless in Seattle makes me cry every single time! Unfortunately my husband and I will be thousands of miles apart on Valentines Day. I'm going to the Boston Wine Expo with my sister-in-law so I will raise a glass to toast the hubby!
Couldn't agree more!! Have a lovely weekend!
WOW! I am late, as usual! But I would agree that these ARE some of the most romantic cities ever. Prague is a place I'd love to see because it is truly medieval. ROME? OH YES! And of course, our beloved Paris. HELLO SWEET SANDY! Anita
I do not know how I keep missing your posts! I love this and could not agree more about these romantic cities. Although I would like to add Venice, I think it is such a beautiful and romantic place.
Sandy one day soon I will see Paris. I have been to most of the others, it is a big world full of so many treasures, and yes, so much romance! I loved Prague!
xoxo
Karena
The Arts by Karena
Sorry, I'm behind on my visits!! This winter has zapped my energy and it seems each week begins with yet another delayed school opening or cancellation.
For Valentine's, I cooked for my guys, we enjoyed time by the fire, movies and I made them chocolate molten cakes. Of course, I totally decorated…it was just a fun-loving weekend! Hope you enjoyed having C home!!!
Love learning about how people celebrate V-Day around the world!!!
xoxo Elizabeth
That first image is just perfect! I've always had a soft spot for the cute 2CV. Great post and I especially enjoyed the little snippets of information such as sweetness week – lovely! We really must get to Kyoto sometime. I was surprised not to see Venice here as I found it to be so romantic.