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Love is in the air on St. Dwynwen's Day! Celebrate this Welsh holiday by expressing your feelings to that special someone in a unique way.
Get ready to celebrate St. Dwynwen's Day on January 25 by spreading love and happiness to those around you! This holiday, also known as the Welsh Valentine's Day, is named after the patron saint of lovers in Wales. According to legend, St. Dwynwen was a beautiful princess who fell in love with a young man but had her heart broken when her father refused to let them be together. She then prayed for God to help her forget him and he granted her wish by turning him into a block of ice. As a symbol of their love, St. Dwynwen dedicated her life to helping others find true love and happiness. So let's honor this special day by showing appreciation for our loved ones and spreading positivity wherever we go!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>5th Century AD</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Saint Dwynwen's Life</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dwynwen, a Welsh princess who lived in the 5th century AD, is known as the Welsh patron saint of lovers after her own tragic love story.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>16th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Erasure of Dwynwen's Story</div><div class='timeline-text'>During Henry VIII's dissolution of the monasteries, majority of the records about St. Dwynwen's life were destroyed, leading to a decline in her veneration.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1879</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rediscovery of St Dwynwen's Church</div><div class='timeline-text'>The remains of St Dwynwen's church were discovered on Llanddwyn Island, leading to renewed interest in the saint and her story.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>20th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Celtic Revival</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 20th century, there was a revival of interest in Celtic saints, and St. Dwynwen’s story began to be celebrated again.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>St. Dwynwen's Day Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>By late 20th century, St. Dwynwen's Day started to be celebrated as the Welsh version of Valentine's Day.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send a love letter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>St. Dwynwen's Day is considered the Welsh equivalent of Valentine's Day, so why not honor the holiday by writing and sending a heartfelt love letter to someone special?</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn about Welsh culture</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to learn about Welsh culture and traditions, including the story of St. Dwynwen and how she became the patron saint of lovers in Wales.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook a traditional Welsh meal</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate St. Dwynwen's Day by preparing and enjoying a traditional Welsh meal, such as cawl (a hearty stew) or Welsh cakes (small, sweet griddle cakes).</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a romantic hike</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take advantage of the beautiful Welsh countryside and plan a romantic hike with your significant other. Pack a picnic and enjoy the stunning scenery together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Welsh language lesson</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>In honor of St. Dwynwen, who is said to have taught herself how to write in Welsh, attend a Welsh language lesson and learn some basic phrases to impress your loved one.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a celebration of love and romance</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>St. Dwynwen's Day is all about celebrating love and relationships - whether it be with a significant other, family member, or friend. It's the perfect opportunity to show appreciation for the people you care about and remind them how much they mean to you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's steeped in traditional Welsh culture</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>As the patron saint of lovers in Wales, St. Dwynwen holds a special place in Welsh culture and history. Celebrating this holiday allows us to honor and embrace our heritage while also spreading awareness about the beloved saint and her story.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's an excuse to indulge in delicious treats</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>In addition to exchanging cards and gifts, many people also enjoy treating themselves to some delicious Valentine's-themed desserts on St. Dwynwen's Day. From heart-shaped chocolates to traditional Welsh cakes, there's plenty of tasty options to satisfy your sweet tooth.</p></div></div>
St. Dwynwen's Day is celebrated on January 25 every year. In 2024, St. Dwynwen's Day will fall on a Thursday.
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Jan 25
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