Saint Valentine's Day - is one of the youngest holidays in Ukraine. This holiday has been celebrated by a lot of people in Western Europe and the United States since the thirteenth century. Ukraine has started to celebrate it since the early 90-ies of the previous century.
A classic emblem of Valentine's Day is red roses and "Valentines card", this emblem appeared in 15 century. This invention belongs to Charles Duke of Orleans, who, struggling with boredom in prison, wrote love letters to his wife. By 16th century "valentines card" had become very popular. Nowadays, "valentines card" can be easily sent by e-mail.
Traditional concerts, beauty contests are held on Saint Valentine's Day in Ukraine. Much attention is paid to promotion of a healthy lifestyle.
Ukraine (Ukrainian: Україна, transliterated: Ukrayina) is a country in Eastern Europe. It is bordered by Russia to the east; Belarus to the north; Poland, Slovakia, and Hungary to the west; Romania and Moldova to the southwest; and the Black Sea and Sea of Azov to the south. The city of Kiev (Kyiv) is both the capital and the largest city of Ukraine.
