Love is a great feeling and what makes it so special is the beautifully designed love symbols which makes it more special. Love symbols carry a specific religious significance which have been handed to the generations because they usher in moments of happiness and brings in prosperity.
Be it Valentine's Day or Christmas love gifts with symbols of love attached in it carries greater importance. Some times when you find it difficult to express your desires you need to take a recourse to love symbols as they speal volumes about your undying feelings. To love and to be loved is a great feeling. Its important to note that there are several animals and birds in the world which been used as love symbolssince they are known to represent somethings which are acknowledged world wide. The white dove are known world wide to represent the symbol of peace, happiness and as a gesture they are sent to ones's beloved and when you sent these birds to a person whom you love the most it signifies the fact that they carry a emotional value. During the ancient times and in the western countries till today the dove has always been used during the wedding or functions dedicated to religious ritual as a part of good symbol, They are also known as love birds.
The use of love symbols is not just confined to Valentine's Day but its also invariably used in big social gathering to spread the messages of love and peace where people have long been affected by catastrophic events like war.
Popular Love Symbols
Dolphins--It is traditionally believed that the Greek goddess of love took the form of a dolphin. So according to Greek people, since this goddess of love took the form of a dolphin, this particular water fish came to be symbolized for its grandeur and love. The two white swan standing face to face with each other can also be used to signify that you love someone. In the Christian verses, The Virgin Mary is associated with the swan. The Virgin Mary signifies purity so when any of your friend sends you a swan, it simply means that he love you and the love he has is pure characterized by grace, elegance and beauty.
Horse—This particular animal is known for its power and well used as a love symbol. It is traditionally believed in Greek that horse goddess that was full of love and fertility while at the same time it represents warmth and affection. While according to the myths of Chinese Zodiac signs, its among strongest animals in the world. So if you end up getting a keepsake with a picture of horse inscribed on it signifies that he not only loves you but its also strong thereby symbolizing life long companionship.
Lady Bug And Star Fish--The star fish and the ladybug are widely used as love symbols. It is commonly believed that believed that a ladybug is released from its capture it willactually fly to your lover if you have whispered your lover's name in its ears. The physical appearance of the lady bug too carries a significance of its own which is quite interesting.The numbers signify to the fact that you need to wait so many years till you find your true love. The star fish represent the significance in its own way.
Romantic Love Symbols
Cupid—According to the varied mythological beliefs, Cupid was the son of Venus. In Latin language, the word Cupid means "desire." In the varied images that we come across of Cupid, it is well represented by a l chubby, bare, winged boy or youth with a mischievous smile. He has accessories such as a bow with a quiver of arrows by which its believed that he hypnotized the hearts of both young boys and girls. Also its commonly believed that Cherubs are descendants of Cupid who also carry a mischievous look.
 Hearts-- Two pink hearts have the universal symbols of love. The concept of two hearts actually dates back to European art and folklore, which is drawn in a stylized shape. This shape is colored in red, suggesting symbolizing passion and strong emotion. The hearts have been used as symbols since the 15th century, as a part of playing card decks. The heart shape is particularly associated with romantic love; wudely used on St. Valentine's Day cards, candy boxes and gifts.
Red Rose: The red rose stands for deep passion and love for they also represent undying emotions too. Since ages floral gifts in the form of red roses are cherished and on occasions of Valentine's Day red rose flower bouquet with wonderful messages are regarded as the most popular love symbols. | 
