How to celebrate February 14th in different countries (France, Germany, Holland)

France
The most romantic nation in the world celebrates Valentine's Day in much the same way as we do: lovers give each other anonymous Valentines with wishes, confessions, a marriage proposal or just jokes. In addition, couples give each other jewelry, roses as a symbol of love, candy hearts and romantic souvenirs. Of course, on this day, all cafes and restaurants are crowded: at each table for dinner and candles, young and not so young couples are touching, holding hands. And the gallant French were the first to introduce "valentines" as love messages-quatrains.

Germany
Unlike other countries, in Germany Valentine is considered the patron saint of the mentally ill. As part of the celebration, the Germans decorate psychiatric hospitals with scarlet ribbons, and a special service is held in the chapels.Those who prefer to consider February 14 as Valentine's Day, give their halves mainly daisies and red chrysanthemums: for the Germans, these flowers are associated with the manifestation of attention and sincerity.

Holland
In Holland, Valentine's Day is celebrated "in full", a month before the holiday, shop windows are decorated with various hearts, preparing for the celebration.On this day, the women of Holland can safely be the first to approach the man they like and offer to marry her. And woe to the man if he appreciates this "gesture"!, because now he must give the lady a dress. Preferably silk…