As Valentine’s Day approaches the whole week of celebrations building up to the day starts with the Rose Day on February 7. It’s the first day of Valentine’s week representing love and affection towards your partner. Here, people give roses to each other to express their feelings of love.

The history for this day is unclear but it is widely believed to be linked to Saint Valentine, the founder of Valentine’s day. He was a priest that opposed a ban on young men getting married in the ancient city of Rome. His promotion of love and compassion brought about the founding of Rose Day.