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Celebrating Lupercalia: A Taste of Ancient Roman Traditions
Valentine's Day is a well-known celebration of love, laden with acts of romance and boxes of chocolates. However, the roots of this festive occasion delve much deeper into history, tracing back to ancient Rome's unique festival: Lupercalia. A time of revelry, the celebrations were a far cry from the romantic gestures of today, involving rituals as distinct as whipping participants with leather thongs and engaging in extravagant feasts.