Dia dos Namorados

Dia dos Namorados (Brazilian Portuguese: [ˈdʒiɐ duz namoˈɾadus], Lovers' Day) is a special date celebrated on June 12 in Brazil, usually with gifts, romantic activities, decorations and festivities.

The 12th day of June was chosen because it foregoes the day of Saint Anthony, who is traditionally associated with love, lovers and marriage in that country's predominantly catholic culture. The term "Dia dos Namorados" is also used in other Portuguese-speaking countries to refer to Valentine's Day.

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