The Craziest Valentine's Day Customs in Denmark, They Send Anonymous Letters, in Taiwan 108 Roses Have Special Meaning

February 11, 2026

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Brazil celebrates "Dia dos Namorados" on June 12th, before Carnival.
Finland observes "Ystävänpäivä" (Friendship Day) on February 14th, focusing on gifts for friends.
Spain has two love-related celebrations: San Valentín on February 14th and Saint Dionysius Day on October 9th in Valencia, featuring Mocaorà.
In the Czech Republic, "Love Day" is celebrated on May 1st, with couples kissing under cherry trees.
Denmark and Norway send anonymous "gaekkebrev" (snowdrop letters) with a chance to win an Easter egg.
England has traditions like children singing for gifts and special Valentine's Day buns called "plum shuttles".
France, especially Paris, celebrates with letters, cards, and gifts.
Germany associates pigs with love and passion, exchanging pig-shaped gifts.
Mexico celebrates "El Día del Amor y la Amistad" (The Day of Love and Friendship) on February 14th.
The Philippines organizes mass weddings on Valentine's Day.
Japan's primary gift is chocolate: "Honmei choco" for romantic partners and "Giri choco" for friends and colleagues.
Taiwan values flower bouquets, with 108 roses signifying a proposal.
In Italy, there's a belief about the first man a single woman sees, and "Perugina Baci" chocolates contain romantic messages. Verona celebrates for four days.

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