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Day of the Enamoured in Brazil

Автор: 12.06.2015 | holiday, Brazil
In Brazil, Day of the Enamoured (Dia dos Namorados) is celebrated not in winter, but today on June 12.

This day is dedicated to the memory of St. Anthony who fought against the heretical movement katarismo statutes of which prohibit marriage and childbearing. Holiday also got its fame thanks to the successful marketing promotion.

Local traders were disappointed that in summer sales fall down and decided to hold an event in honour of St. Anthony. So they called to express love not only with kisses, but also with gifts.

An interesting feature of the celebration of the Dia dos Namorados in Brazil is a tradition to literally fill restaurants, cafes and hotels with rose petals – it is believed that this is very romantic and helps create a special atmosphere for couples in love.

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