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Celebrate—or ignore—Valentine’s Day in your own chosen way with help from this Valentine's Day Ideas Web Guide. Arrange a special date, have a blast on the town with friends or plan a Valentine's Day meal for your whole family. You’ll find recipes, cocktail ideas and Valentine's craft instructions.

The History of Valentine's Day

Although many people claim that Valentine’s Day was created by the greeting card industry to generate income, the holiday actually has a rich and complex history. These sites discuss the history of Valentine's Day, including its origins and cultural celebrations.

Top Sites for the History of Valentine’s Day

The History Channel has an extensive section on the history of Valentine’s Day. Read about some of the various legends associated with the holiday, along with profiles of a few famous romances.
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Infoplease provides a narrative of the history of Valentine’s Day. Learn about the “Roman Roots” of the holiday, including Lupercalia, a celebration of fertility.
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New Advent is a Catholic encyclopedia that details the history of Valentine’s Day from a Christian perspective. Use the hyperlinks that appear throughout the article to define and elaborate on terms of interest.
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