How Valentine's Day is celebrated around the worldCountries like Japan and France have adapted Valentine’s Day and put their own twist on it by making friends just as much of a priority as significant others. A spokesperson for Busuu said: “Like a lot of other western traditions, Valentine’s Day has made its way across the globe. But other than that, some Spanish locals might find Valentine’s Day a bit cheesy! GermanyIt is believed that Valentine’s Day was first introduced to Germans in the 1940s, when American soldiers were stationed there after the Second World War and the first German Valentine’s ball was held in the 1950s. ChinaLike many other western traditions, Valentine’s Day has become increasingly popular over the years in China, particularly amongst young people.

Source: Express February 02, 2022 10:16 UTC