Each year, February 14th brings Valentine’s Day—a day of celebrating friendships, partners, and love in all its forms. In the United States, the holiday is mainly celebrated by going to restaurants, exchanging presents, and buying flowers and candy. Each Valentine's Day, Americans spend around $21 billion, signifying how important it is to show loved ones how much they mean.

But what about Valentine's Day traditions in other parts of the world? Is the focus primarily on romantic relationships? While many countries have similar traditions to the United States, many also have their own unique celebration. In this article, we’ll look at the traditions and celebrations of Valentine's Day around the world.