Valentine's Day In Iceland

Valentine's Day, for centuries is known as the day of lovers. This is one day in the year, that is reserved for celebrating love and lovers. The customs of this day, that is February 14th originated from the pagan rituals but gradually over time was assimilated in the church and again over the centuries has become part of the Christian festive calendar. In some countries, Valentine's Day is a day for great festivity, but Valentine's Day in Iceland, compared to many other countries is pretty austere.

Young couples in Iceland spend Valentine's Day in much the same way as their counterparts all over the world.

Valentine's Day in Iceland sees a generous use of flowers. Sending flowers to the beloved is a very common custom and several types of bouquets are available. Some of the bouquets are all about roses.

Red rose is traditionally associated with love and glorious rose bouquets are available all over the country, starting from neighborhood shops to specialist florist shops.

Though Valentine's Day means rose all the way, Valentine's Day in Iceland is now generously using gladioli, frangipani, orchids, freesias and ferns. Without doubt, they make some of the most beautiful bouquets.