In 2011, archaeologists discovered the skeletal remains of a Roman couple who have been holding hands for 1,500 years.
81
Cuddling (or other ‘love’ acts) helps to heal physical wounds faster due to the release of Oxytocin which is proven to reduce swelling.
22
In Finland, Valentine's Day is called "Ystävänpäivä" which translates into "Friend's day".
4
When dragonflies mate, their tails form a love heart.
22
Brain scans show that people who view photos of a beloved experience an activation of the caudate - the part of the brain involving cravings.
103
8 out of 10 people think that the first kiss indicates how the rest of the relationship will be.
212
The average person in their lifetime will spend an estimated 20,160 minutes kissing!
212
Every year around 1 billion Valentine cards are sent. After Christmas it's a single largest seasonal card-sending occasion.
14