February 2011. Saint Valentine’s Day, commonly shortened to Valentine’s Day, is (according to Wikipedia) an annual commemoration held on February 14 celebrating love and affection between intimate companions.
Historically, the day is named after the early Christian martyr Valentine (although a number of different saints named Valentine are in the running for the honour) and was established by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD. It was deleted from the Roman calendar of saints in 1969 by Pope Paul VI, but its religious observance is still permitted. The day first became associated with romantic love through the work of that giant of literature Geoffrey Chaucer, in the High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished.
In the fun picture above: Mhlaba Mtetwa poses with Jabu the seal at uShaka’s Sea World. Picture: S&A Marketing
Romantic dinners and fun events are the order of the day, but you’d better get in there and book soon because the clamour for bookings at last minute is something to avoid.
uShaka Marine World is just one of the venues in greater Durban marking the day in a big way. Fans of the marine theme part are invited to celebrate not one or two, but three days of love this weekend at uShaka. The park will be running Valentine’s Day over Saturday, Sunday and Monday, February 12 to 14 . . . even Jabu the seal is getting involved.
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There will be loads for everyone to enjoy like the “Side Walk Sale” where goodies can be purchased for you and your loved one, pampering massages by Mangwanani Spa plus exciting performances throughout all three days by 12 Johannesburg artists. And there’s more, Douglas Green, Glamour Magazine and Honey Jewellery will be giving away spot prizes to lucky winners, while Kodak will host a photo opportunity in arena 3 for couples to share that special moment together. Create memories this Valentine’s Day at uShaka to cherish forever.
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Sources: Wikipedia/Answers.com