If you’re hoping to experience the aurora on Valentine’s Day, here’s some good news for you! The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center has predicted solar G1 geomagnetic storm conditions for Thursday evening, leading to aurora displays on Earth by Friday.
According to a report by ABC News on the planetary K-index, which measures the intensity of geomagnetic storms on a scale from zero to nine, a “G1” is categorized as minor, according to NOAA.
Where will Auroras be visible in the US?
According to NOAA’s aurora viewing map, states such as Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Alaska could experience the northern lights in the coming days, provided conditions are favourable.
The report said that depending on the intensity of the solar storm, the auroras might even stretch as far south as northern Michigan and Maine.
How Auroras are formed?
Auroras, also known as the northern and southern lights, are formed when charged particles from the Sun, mainly electrons and protons, interact with Earth’s magnetic field and atmosphere.
Solar Wind: The Sun constantly releases a stream of charged particles called the solar wind. When solar activity increases, such as during a solar flare or coronal mass ejection, a large number of these particles are sent toward Earth.
Auroras, also known as the northern and southern lights, are formed when charged particles from the Sun interact with Earth’s magnetic field.
Magnetic Field Interaction: As the solar wind reaches Earth, the planet’s magnetic field (the magnetosphere) channels these particles toward the poles, where the magnetic field lines converge.
According to NOAA, the most recent geomagnetic storm will be primarily driven by a high solar wind event. This same solar wind event also triggered a previous G1 storm on Sunday, the report said.
Mixed Berries Cake (Gluten and Sugar-Free) by Nita Purohit, founder of a gourmet food kitchen
INGREDIENTS: Sponge cake: 70 gm of almond flour; 30 gm oats flour; 1/4 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/8 tsp salt; 83 gm monk fruit sweetener or date powder; 1/2 cup Greek yogurt; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh avocado pulp; 1 tsp vanilla extract; few strawberries and blueberries (finely chopped); 1 tsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tsp psyllium husk; 1 tsp flax meal Mixed berries compote: 8-10 strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, mulberries, raspberries (chopped); 2 tbsp monk fruit sweetener, 1 tbsp cornstarch Frosting: 150 gm cottage cheese; 100 gm hung curd; 1 tbsp monk fruit sweetener; 1 tsp vanilla extract Garnish: Fresh mixed berries METHOD: Start with sifting almond flour, oats flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Set aside. In another bowl, mix all remaining ingredients for the sponge cake. Combine wet and dry mixtures until smooth. To bake the cake, grease two 6-inch cake tins, pour batter evenly, and bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 14 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let sponges cool completely. To make the compote, cook chopped berries with monk fruit sweetener over low-medium heat until softened. Stir in cornstarch mixed with water and cook until thickened. Let cool. Next, to prepare the frosting, drain cottage cheese, blend with hung curd and monk fruit sweetener until smooth. Chill for 30 minutes, then beat for 4-5 minutes until fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract, transfer to a piping bag, and refrigerate. Next, assemble the cake. Layer it with frosting and berry compote. Garnish with fresh mixed berries. Chill for 30-45 minutes before slicing for the best texture. Recipe by Nita Purohit, founder of a gourmet food kitchen
GLUTEN-FREE ORANGE CAKE
165 Kcal per serving (Approx)
Gluten-Free Orange Cake by Aditi Garware, a chef and baker
INGREDIENTS: 45 gm of oil; 50 gm jaggery powder; 100 gm Greek yogurt; 50 gm jowar flour; 65 gm rice flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda, a pinch of salt; orange juice and pulp of 1 full orange; 1/4 tsp orange essence (optional); 25 gm almond flakes for garnish METHOD: Whisk oil, jaggery powder, orange essence, and yogurt until smooth. Add to it jowar flour, rice flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix well. Stir in fresh orange juice and pulp for a homogeneous batter. Pour the batter into a lined 6×3-inch loaf tin, garnish with almonds, and bake at 170-180 degrees Celsius for 35-40 minutes. Let cool, then slice and serve. Recipe by Aditi Garware, a chef and baker
Sweets must be consumed in moderation. Choose quality over quantity. Pick dark chocolate or desserts made with natural ingredients like dates-sweetened chocolate and whole wheat cakes. Share a single portion with your partner to savour the experience together. Balance indulgence with healthy meals during the day to prevent sugar spikes
Shalu Nijhawan, a holistic nutritionist
KUNAFA BERRY BITES
261 Kcal per serving (Approx)
Kunafa Berries Bites by Natasha Nazir, pastry chef
INGREDIENTS: 80 gm of pistachio paste; 40 gm melted white chocolate; 30 gm kataifi; 10 gm unsalted butter; 15-20 strawberries; 70 gm dark chocolate and milk chocolate (each) METHOD: Melt butter in a pan over medium heat, add chopped kataifi, and roast until golden brown. Then mix the roasted kataifi with pistachio paste and melted white chocolate. Cut off strawberry tops and scoop out the flesh. Fill the hollowed strawberries with the pistachio mixture, then dip in melted chocolate to coat. Place on parchment paper to set. Once hardened, drizzle with melted white chocolate and let dry completely before serving. Recipe by Natasha Nazir, pastry chef
SUGAR-FREE VALENTINE POPSICLE
20-35 Kcal per serving (Approx)
Sugar-Free Valentine Popsicle by Dhruvi Jain, chef
INGREDIENTS: 2 cups of fresh berries; 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (or any flavour of your choice); 3 tbsp honey; some popsicle sticks METHOD: Blend berries into a purée, adding honey for extra sweetness. In a bowl, mix yogurt with honey. Layer popsicle molds with alternating berry purée and yogurt. Insert sticks and freeze for 4 hours until solid. Run molds under warm water briefly to release popsicles. Serve cold. Recipe by Dhruvi Jain, chef
CHOCOLATE AVOCADO MOUSSE
308 Kcal per serving (Approx)
Chocolate Avocado Mousse by Natasha Nazir, pastry chef
INGREDIENTS: 1 ripe avocado; 100 gm coconut milk; 20 gm honey; 100 gm unsweetened dark chocolate; some strawberries and whipped cream for garnishing (optional) METHOD: Blend ripe avocado, honey, and coconut milk until smooth. In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the unsweetened dark chocolate until smooth. Then mix it into the avocado blend. Whisk the two with a hand beater to add air. Spoon into serving dishes, garnish with strawberries and whipped cream, and serve. Recipe by Natasha Nazir, pastry chef
Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love, romance, and togetherness with someone really special. Whether you’ve planned a quiet and cosy date or you’re looking for something adventurous, Mumbai offers a plethora of beautiful spots that set the ideal backdrop for making memories.
Be it quiet beaches or lush gardens or the iconic landmarks and scenic views, the city is simply peppered with places, each adding on to the magic of the day. Some of the most enchanting places in Mumbai must be here to make your Valentine’s Day date unforgettable.
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Marine Drive:
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It is a concrete road of 3 kilometres stretching along the southern coastline of Mumbai, officially known as Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road. From Babulnath it extends up to Nariman Point, presenting views of the Arabian Sea against the beautiful backdrop of Malabar Hill. This popular promenade becomes crowded with locals and tourists alike, especially at sunset.
Hanging Gardens:
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Situated on the western slopes of Malabar Hill, the Hanging Gardens are an artificial 138-year-old terraced garden. This place offers a peaceful escape from the city’s hustle and bustle and is filled with manmade luscious greenery, colourful flowers, and animal-shaped hedges, thus making for an ideal relaxation spot. The panoramic view of the city makes it perfect for quiet reflection with special ones.
Powai Lake:
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Located in the heart of Mumbai, Powai Lake is a tranquil place created by the British in 1799. It was once a vital drinking water source but today has been converted into a lovely place for entertainment with a vantage point to see the lake, surrounded by dense green trees. It comprises various species of birds, amphibians, and insects, all of which make it a popular retreat for those interested in nature.
Gateway Of India:
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The Gateway of India is among the iconic landmarks of Mumbai, located in the Colaba area. Built during the British regime in 1919, this monument stood to denote the historical phase of the city. Designed by Sir George Sydenham Clarke, it marks the arrival point for visitors arriving by sea and is a magnificent architecture and historical value.
Bandra Fort:
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Bandra Fort is one of the oldest forts in the district of Mumbai, as it was built in the year 1640 AD at Land’s End, Bandra, Mumbai. The fort was built to act as a watchtower to guard the area in Portuguese-style architecture. Today, the Portuguese structure, along with the action of Bandra, makes a wonderful site to enjoy natural panoramas stretching 360 degrees over the Arabian Sea and surroundings, thus making it a good site for history and tourist enthusiasts seeking a scenic view.
Kiss Day 2025 comes just a day before Valentine’s Day and is a time to celebrate passion and romance with kisses. Kiss Day is the 7th day of Valentine’s Week.
Kiss Day 2025: Kiss Day, the seventh day of Valentine’s Week, is almost here. Make this Kiss Day special by showering your wife, husband, girlfriend or boyfriend with affection, love, and, of course, kisses! Kiss Day is the seventh day of Valentine’s Week and a romantic celebration of love and affection, where in couples express their feelings with a kiss. Also read | Valentine’s Week Calendar 2025: Hug Day to Kiss Day, know all about 7 days of love before Valentine’s Day 2025
Kiss Day 2025: Celebrate Kiss Day on February 13 with your partner.
Here’s everything you need to know about Kiss Day:
Kiss Day 2025 date
Kiss Day is the seventh day of Valentine’s Week and falls on February 13, Thursday this year.
Kiss Day history and significance
Kisses are a universal symbol of love, affection, and intimacy; they convey emotions and feelings that words often can’t express. Kiss Day encourages couples to be romantic, surprise each other with kisses, and rekindle their passion. The origins of Kiss Day are unclear, but since kissing is a common expression of affection, it is an important day during Valentine’s Week.
Kiss Day celebrates the power of a kiss to express love, affection, and intimacy. It’s a day to shower your loved one with kisses, and strengthen your bond.
Kiss Day: Interesting facts about kisses
Did you know the longest kiss in history lasted 58 hours, 35 minutes, and 58 seconds! Or that kissing can boost your immune system, reduce stress, and even burn calories! In some cultures, kissing is considered a sacred act, symbolising love, respect, and commitment.
Ways to celebrate Kiss Day 2025
Surprise your partner with a romantic kiss on Kiss Day 2025. You can also plan a getaway or a cosy dinner date, write love letters or create handmade cards. Share your favourite kiss-themed songs or movies or take a kissing selfie to make the most of Kiss Day 2025.
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The most awaited day of February- the Valentine’s Day, is here! Valentine’s Day is a special occasion dedicated to love and affection and is celebrated on February 14 by lovers around the world. This day is believed to have originated from the legend of Saint Valentine, a Roman priest who secretly performed marriages for soldiers despite the emperor’s ban. Over time, the day has evolved from a religious observance into a global celebration of romance, friendship, and appreciation. Valentine’s Day 2025 falls on Friday, February 14. The special day is marked by the exchange of flowers, chocolates, greeting cards, and gifts as expressions of love. Valentine Week 2025 Calendar With Full Dates: Here’s the Date Sheet To Celebrate the Week of Love.
On this day, people usually plan romantic dates, candlelit dinners, and weekend getaways to make the occasion memorable and strengthen emotional connections. Valentine’s Day also encourages people to reflect on their journey together and set new relationship goals. In this article, let’s know more about Valentine’s Day 2025 date, celebration and the significance of the special occasion. February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year.
Valentine’s Day 2025 Date
Valentine’s Day 2025 falls on Friday, February 14.
Valentine’s Day Significance
Valentine’s Day is a special occasion for lovers to express their love and affection for their partners or lovers and show them what they mean in their lives. Beyond traditional gifts, many couples celebrate with romantic getaways, heartfelt letters, and other kinds of surprises. Romantic dinners and gifts play a significant role in making the day memorable for couples.
In recent years, the celebration has expanded beyond romantic relationships to include friendships, self-love, and appreciation for family members. Valentine’s Day serves as a perfect opportunity to remind people to take time out of their busy lives to appreciate loved ones.
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Valentine’s Day is for lovers — but you don’t need a romantic soulmate to celebrate. The holiday is a chance to consider just how rich, diverse and beneficial every form of love is in the human experience, whether it comes from your family, friends, pets, neighbours or community.
This Valentine’s Day, focus on nurturing various relationships beyond romance.(Pexels)
Three experts shared how to nurture love in all its forms at a time when loneliness is an ” epidemic,” politics are divisive and turning to technology is often easier forreal-life social interactions.
You need more than just “the” love of your life
Romantic love — a deep, intimate partnership with another person or persons — is a valuable part of life. But experts say it’s good to remember that we need to have several sources of connection. “Especially as we get older, we recognize that no one relationship is going to provide us with everything,” said Mikaela Frissell, a social worker for UT Health Austin.
Love isn’t something that can easily be pinned down with a single definition or behaviour, either. As a verb, love has two things at play, according to epidemiologist Tyler VanderWeele, who directs Harvard University’s Human Flourishing Program. It can be both or either “unitive” — meaning you desire and want to be with the person or thing you love — or “contributive,” meaning you want to contribute to the good of your beloved.
The experts also said an expanded definition and view of love opens up the possibilities toward whom and what you can direct these “unitive” and “contributive” feelings.
The connection between love, loneliness and health
In 2023, then-U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared loneliness a public health epidemic. Murthy’s report said half of Americans have experienced loneliness and that it poses health risks as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. The research also found that people with poor social relationships had higher risk of stroke and heart disease, and that isolation raises a person’s chance of depression, anxiety and dementia.
Love’s strong social connections, bonding and support are linked to better health, because it allows the brain to signal to the body that you are safe and take your nervous system out of “fight or flight,” Frissell said. Research shows being with loved ones can lower blood pressure, stress hormones, reduce inflammation — even help you sleep and better manage pain.
The ongoing Harvard Study of Adult Development, which is the underpinning of the book “The Good Life,” showed the value of relationships across a lifetime. Anthony Chambers, a psychologist and chief academic officer at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, said one of the Harvard study’s findings was people who were happiest in their relationships at 50 were the healthiest mentally and physically at 80.
“The conclusion? Building meaningful and satisfying relationships is key to our health and well-being,” said Chambers, who worked on the study early in his career.
How can I nurture love?
Simply put, intentionally seek out in-person connections, experts said. What’s not so simple is planning things with other people. It may be uncomfortable to sift through calendars to find a date for dinner with a busy friend or to call your sibling who doesn’t have much to talk about. Perhaps it’ll be awkward to strike up a conversation with the elderly neighbour you haven’t met or join a softball team.
Acknowledge and interrogate the fears or assumptions that keep you from reaching out in those moments, Frissell said. There is also doing good things for other people — even if you don’t know them that well. Frissell challenges clients to compliment someone every day and be open to accepting one in return. The benefits of receiving and giving love are the same, she said.
VanderWeele recommends an exercise he practices: Choose one day a week, for six weeks, to do five acts of kindness. It forces you to plan and prioritize kindness intentionally, just like any other daily task, he said.
Love can build resilience
This Valentine’s Day, experts encourage you to think beyond one-on-one relationships and reflect on your community and world. Having a commitment to a cause or group builds mental resilience, they added.
“We all seek to be understood and validated, especially during difficult times. And relationships are arguably the most important context for emotional healing,” Chambers said. “When the world around us can seem to be in chaos or we’re feeling alone, relationships provide the opportunity for us to feel validated.”
VanderWeele also said it’s important to have even “love of enemy” — people who we don’t agree with or are in opposition to us. “The extent to which we love others well, we love our neighbours well, shapes the society we live in,” he said.
Happy Valentine’s Day 2025: Valentine’s Day is observed every year on February 14. This year, it falls on Friday. Couples in love celebrate this day with pomp by exchanging gifts, surprising each other with romantic gestures, and taking each other on dates. (Also read: Valentine’s Day images: Cute, romantic greetings, wishes to send to your girlfriend, boyfriend, wife or husband)
Happy Valentine’s Day 2025: Wishes, images and more greetings to share with your beloved.
To make this day even more memorable, here’s our special guide filled with heartfelt wishes, images, romantic messages, GIFs, and greetings that you can share on WhatsApp, Facebook, and other social media platforms.
Happy Valentine’s Day 2025 wishes
1. You are my heart’s greatest treasure, my love, my forever. Happy Valentine’s Day!
2. Every day with you is a love story I never want to end.
3. You make my world brighter, my heart lighter, and my life sweeter.
4. Falling for you was the best thing that ever happened to me.
5. I love you not just today, but every day, in every way.
6. You are the reason I believe in love. Thank you for being mine.
7. My love for you is endless, just like this beautiful journey we share.
8. No words can truly express how much you mean to me. Happy Valentine’s Day!
9. I found my forever in you, and I cherish every moment with you.
10. You are the love of my life, my best friend, and my greatest joy.
Happy Valentine’s Day 2025 GIFs
Many propose to their loved ones on this day.(Pinterest)It’s not just for couples but for friends and family too.(Pinterest)Handwritten notes and thoughtful gestures make it special.(Pinterest)
Happy Valentine’s Day 2025 messages and greetings
11. You are my sunshine on the darkest days and my comfort in every storm. I love you endlessly. Happy Valentine’s Day!
People express their love with gifts, flowers, and chocolates.(Canva)
12. Happy Valentine’s Day, my love! Every day with you is a beautiful journey, and I’m grateful for every moment we share.
13. You are the reason my heart beats with joy. Wishing you a Valentine’s Day as special as you are!
14. Love is in the air, and I’m lucky to have you to share it with. Happy Valentine’s Day, my forever love.
15. Today, I celebrate you—the one who fills my heart with love and my life with happiness. Happy Valentine’s Day!
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16. Wishing you a Valentine’s Day filled with love, laughter, and all the happiness you bring to those around you.
17. May today be as special and beautiful as the love we share. Happy Valentine’s Day!
18. You make every moment brighter and every day sweeter. Wishing you a love-filled Valentine’s Day!
19. On this day of love, I just want to remind you how much you mean to me. Happy Valentine’s Day!
20. No matter where life takes us, my heart will always find its way to you. Happy Valentine’s Day, my love!
21. You are my best decision, my greatest blessing, and my happiest thought. Happy Valentine’s Day to my forever love.
22. Every love story is special, but ours is my favourite. Happy Valentine’s Day to my one and only!
23. Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and all the happiness your heart desires. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Love is about kindness, care, and making each other happy.(Canva)
24. You are the sweetest part of my life, and I’m so lucky to have you. Happy Valentine’s Day, my love.
25. Love isn’t just about words, it’s about moments, memories, and you. Happy Valentine’s Day, my forever Valentine.
26. You make my heart skip a beat, and my life feel complete. Sending you all my love this Valentine’s Day!
27. You are my sunshine on cloudy days, my joy in every moment. Happy Valentine’s Day to the most special person in my life.
Valentine’s Day reminds us to spread love and joy always.(Canva)
28. May your Valentine’s Day be as wonderful, kind, and beautiful as you are.
29. Love is not just something you feel, it’s something you show—and I promise to show you every single day. Happy Valentine’s Day!
30. Every day with you feels like Valentine’s Day. Thank you for 31. May your Valentine’s Day be filled with love, joy, and sweet memories that last a lifetime.
32. Wishing you a day full of love, laughter, and all the happiness in the world. Happy Valentine’s Day!
33. You deserve all the love and happiness today and always. Hope your Valentine’s Day is as special as you are!
34. Love is not just about a single day—it’s about every moment we share. Happy Valentine’s Day to someone truly amazing!
35. May today remind you of how deeply you are loved and cherished. Wishing you a beautiful Valentine’s Day!
36. Sending you hugs, kisses, and all the love in my heart. Happy Valentine’s Day!
37. You make the world a more beautiful place just by being in it. Wishing you a Valentine’s Day as wonderful as you!
38. Love is the greatest gift, and I’m grateful to share it with you. Happy Valentine’s Day!
39. May your heart be filled with love, your day with happiness, and your life with endless beautiful moments. Happy Valentine’s Day!
40. No matter where life takes us, my love for you will always be the same. Wishing you a magical Valentine’s Day!being my love and my best friend.
Romantic Wishes
41. My heart beats for you today and always. Happy Valentine’s Day!
42. You make my world brighter with your love. Wishing you a day as beautiful as you are.
43. Every moment with you feels magical. I’m so lucky to have you in my life.
44. You are the love story I always dreamed of. Happy Valentine’s Day, my forever!
45. With you, every day feels like a celebration of love.
46. No matter where life takes us, my heart will always belong to you.
47. You are my greatest adventure and my sweetest love.
48. Every love song reminds me of you because you’re my melody of happiness.
49. You are my happily ever after. Thank you for being mine.
50. Just like a rose, our love keeps blooming beautifully.
Sweet and Cute Wishes
51. You are the peanut butter to my jelly, the cherry to my sundae—my perfect match!
52. I love you more than chocolate, and that’s saying a lot!
53. You’re my favorite reason to smile. Happy Valentine’s Day!
54. I’d choose you over and over again—today and always.
55. Just a little reminder that you are loved more than words can say!
56. Life with you is sweeter than the finest chocolates.
57. You make my heart skip a beat in the best way possible.
58. My heart is happiest when I’m with you.
59. If love were a story, ours would be my favorite.
60. You are my sunshine on the cloudiest days.
For Long-Distance Love
61. Distance means nothing when someone means everything. I love you!
62. Even miles apart, our hearts beat as one.
63. I may not be there in person, but my love is with you always.
64. Counting down the days until I can hold you again.
65. Love knows no distance, and neither do my feelings for you.
66. Every text, call, and memory keeps me close to you.
67. No matter how far, you are always in my heart.
68. Sending you love and hugs across the miles.
69. One day closer to being in your arms again!
70. Love travels any distance, and mine is always headed your way.
For Friends & Family
71. Happy Valentine’s Day to someone who makes life sweeter!
72. Love isn’t just for couples—it’s for amazing friends like you too!
73. Thank you for always filling my life with love and joy.
74. Family is the first kind of love we know, and I’m so lucky to have you!
75. Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and chocolate!
76. You are loved more than you know. Happy Valentine’s Day!
77. A heart as kind as yours deserves all the happiness in the world.
78. Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romance—it’s about love in all forms!
79. Sending you a big virtual hug on this special day!
80. No matter what, you’ll always have a special place in my heart.
Funny & Playful Wishes
81. You’re my favorite human—don’t tell the others!
82. I love you more than pizza… and that’s saying something!
83. Roses are red, violets are blue, I’m so lucky to have a bestie like you!
84. If love were a competition, you’d have the gold medal!
85. Let’s be each other’s emergency Valentine’s date forever!
86. Happy Valentine’s Day! Now, where’s the chocolate?
87. Love is great, but have you tried cake? Let’s celebrate both!
88. I love you even when you steal the blanket.
89. You’re my favorite person to annoy—lucky you!
90. If we were on the Titanic, I’d definitely make room on the door for you.
Heartfelt & Deep Wishes
91. You are my home, my heart, and my greatest blessing.
92. Love is not just a word—it’s everything I feel for you.
93. Every day with you is Valentine’s Day in my heart.
94. You make love feel effortless and beautiful.
95. Loving you is the easiest and best thing I’ve ever done.
96. My heart found its perfect match in you.
97. Thank you for loving me in ways I never knew I needed.
98. You are my dream come true, and I cherish every moment with you.
99. My life is better, brighter, and more meaningful because of you.
100. You are my greatest love story, and I can’t wait to write more chapters with you.
As Valentine’s Day is here, love is in the air, and there is no better way to celebrate this special occasion than by spending quality time with your loved one in one of Delhi’s most beautiful and serene gardens. Whether you want a peaceful spot to be doused in nature or a lovely little romantic walk, Delhi has a tonne of picturesque parks and gardens to help create memories for a long time.
From historical topographies to lush green havens, these gardens provide the perfect opportunities for a retreat, sharing company, and immersing oneself in the beauty of the season.
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Lodhi Garden:
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Lodhi Garden is a cool escape in the central part of Delhi just next to the Safdarjung Tomb and Khan Market. It houses the tombs of Sayyid ruler Mohammed Shah and the Indo-Muslim king Sikandar Lodhi, making it an architectural spectacle dating back to the fifteenth century. Beautiful green groves, calming walkways, and historical monuments provide a great romantic setting for a calm Valentine’s while delighting in scenic beauty and peacefully quiet ambiance for those couples who breathe that air of oneness.
National Rose Garden:
The National Rose Garden, located in Chanakyapuri, is a fragrant paradise for the beauty of different rose varieties from all over the world. At its peak bloom from November to January, this lovely garden transforms into a floral wonderland ideal for Valentine’s Day. Walking through colourful florets, hand in hand, with all the sweet fragrance around makes one romantic, indeed.
Mughal Garden:
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Mughal Garden is immensely beautiful, a breathtaking blend of Mughal and British landscaping designed. Situated on 13 acres of land, this seasonal garden blazed with colours every spring, a dreamy destination for couples on Valentine’s Day. Romantic spots for enjoying beautiful fountains, floral patterns, and fragrant roses make it.
Garden Of Five Senses:
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Nestled away in Said-ul-Ajaib, the Garden of Five Senses is made for invoking all the senses so that one can have an enjoyable Valentine’s Day date. Themed gardens, lily-filled pools, cascading waterfalls, and artistically done sculptures are lovely and romantic. The open-air amphitheatre and the beautiful food court give a perfect setting for couples to chill and celebrate their love.
Deer Park:
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It is often referred to as the ‘lungs of Delhi’ as it has greenery and clean air and is located in the busy Hauz Khas Village. This idyllic Delhi urban oasis comprises deer enclosures, a duck park, and a picturesque lake, an ideal retreat for couples this Valentine’s Day. Strolling through its verdant landscapes provides a breath of fresh air from the hectic pace of urban life, making this place a romantic but quiet getaway.
Sunder Nursery:
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A heritage park sauntering history and nature, Sunder Nursery is near Humayun’s Tomb. Stretching over 90 acres, it is home to six UNESCO World Heritage monuments, a paradise garden, and a diverse flora and fauna. Couples can head towards a marble fountain or walk through blooming grasslands. Its quiet charm and cultural richness mark it as a distinct option for Love Day.
Bearing cards, flowers, chocolates and poetry, lovers have always swooned on Valentine’s Day as cherubs circled overhead. Right? Or is the history darker, marked by Roman bacchanalia, martyrs and lies?
Valentine’s Day balloons are displayed at a grocery store. (AP)
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Innumerable legends claim to explain the origins of Valentine’s Day, but as is the case with legends, they leave many questions unanswered. Here are a few:
Where did Valentine’s Day originate?
For years, the consensus among historians was that the holiday had something to do with an ancient Roman festival called Lupercalia that fell in mid-February. Noel Lenski, a Yale University historian, pointed to the seasonal and thematic connections between Lupercalia and modern Valentine’s Day.
Both are erotic festivals, in a sense, but the ancient one — which included pairing off women and men by lottery — also involved religious purification and atonement.
“Naked young men, drunk, would go running around Palatine Hill swatting virginal women with strips of dog fur and goat fur to make them fertile,” Lenski said.
According to one legend, Pope Gelasius wanted to put an end to the debauchery in the late fifth century. He declared Feb. 14 as the feast day of a St. Valentine, who had been martyred about 200 years before.
But that theory emerged in an 1807 book without any evidence to support the connection, said Elizabeth White Nelson, a University of Nevada Las Vegas history professor.
“People who think that’s the story haven’t read the letter that he actually wrote about Lupercalia,” she said, referring to the pope. “Is he pissed off about Lupercalia? Yeah. But does it have anything to do with St. Valentine? It’s very, very hard to find any actual writing that says that.”
Was St Valentine a real person?
The most cited legend is about a priest named Valentine who was executed in third-century Rome for marrying couples against the will of the pagan Emperor Claudius II. (He also is said to have cured the blindness of his jailer’s daughter.) Another St Valentine, the bishop of Terni, was martyred around the same time, but little is known about him.
A couple of centuries later, a prominent family named Valentine may have promoted themselves by exaggerating an ancestor’s story after Christianity had become the prevailing religion, Lenski said.
“They say, ‘Oh, by the way, we have this famous ancestor who was a bishop, and he had been persecuted by the emperor for sanctifying marriages,’” he said.
The story prevailed, but the lack of evidence prompted the Catholic Church in 1969 to remove St Valentine as the primary saint celebrated on Feb. 14. Now, it’s officially the feast of Saints Cyril and Methodius, the missionary brothers who spread the Cyrillic alphabet to Eastern Europe.
What’s love got to do with it?
To further confuse things, there were many St. Valentines. As many as 50 saints with some variation of the spelling have been recognized by the Catholic Church, said Henry Kelly, a research professor at the University of California Los Angeles.
According to Kelly, author of “Chaucer and the Cult of Saint Valentine,” the English writer was the first to make the connection to love — but he was talking about another St. Valentine whose feast day was May 3. To commemorate King Richard II’s engagement on that day in 1381, Geoffrey Chaucer wrote a love poem.
“He had Italian friends who told him that it was the feast of St. Valentine, the first bishop of Genoa,” Kelly said. “And so he picked that day as the day on which all the birds returned to choose their mates for the year.”
Chaucer continued writing poems every May that associated love, the rites of spring and St. Valentine. Shakespeare and other poets followed suit. Because the Roman Valentine was the most famous one, people conflated the feast days and now celebrated it in February, Kelly said.
“It was the middle of winter, so there weren’t any birds around, there weren’t any flowers around, and so they started making up things about Valentine,” he said.
When did it become the Valentine’s Day we recognize today?
By the late 18th century, the tradition had solidified in England and spread to the United States, with people writing poetry and hand-making cards, White Nelson said. Around the 1830s, companies began manufacturing Valentine kits that were assembled from lace paper and cutouts of birds and cupids.
Heart-shaped boxes of chocolates would come a few decades later, as would the accusations that the holiday was created to sell cards, flowers and candy, White Nelson said. People were complaining in women’s magazines in the late 19th century that Valentine’s Day was too commercial.
“Everybody’s always expecting Valentine’s Day to die out, and it never does,” she said. “It’s sort of like saying, ‘Coney Island’s too crowded. Nobody goes there anymore.’”
To be fair, none of the myth-busting historians interviewed for this article resented that a day celebrating love ended up in February. In fact, they said the opposite.
“Winter is endless,” Kelly said. “The cold is never ending, and we’re grateful for something to rejoice over.”
Kelly just gives his wife another Valentine on May 3.
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When Is Valentine’s Day Celebrated?
Valentine’s Day is celebrated every year on 14th February. This is a global celebration that is dedicated to love and romance. The day is widely observed across the world with joy and heartfelt emotions.
History Of Valentine’s Day
The history of Valentine’s Day dates back to ancient Rome. The church was named after Saint Valentine, a priest who, according to legend, secretly married soldiers despite a ban from Emperor Claudius II. He was later imprisoned and executed on February 14, 269 AD. Some stories say he sent farewell letters signed ‘From your Valentine’, inspiring the tradition of love letters.
Over time, the day merged with the Roman festival Lupercalia, a festival the celebrates fertility, and by the Middle Ages, it became associated with romance. Valentine’s Day, celebrated every year on 14th February, is a day to celebrate love and affection all over the world.
Significance Of Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a significant day for celebrating love, affection, ans emotional connections. It is a special occasion for people to express their deepest feelings to their partners, family, and friends through gifts, romantic acts, and time spent together. The day is a reminder to appreciate and honour the people we love, strengthening relationships and deeping bonds. In addition to romance, Valentine’s Day also represents tenderness, gratitude, and the joy of being together, making it a meaningful day to celebrate love in all its forms.
