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15 of the Weirdest Things Ever Banned in History

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13. Valentine’s Day in Saudi Arabia

13. Valentine's Day in Saudi Arabia
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In Saudi Arabia, Valentine’s Day is outlawed, with red roses and gifts confiscated. The rationale is to discourage un-Islamic romantic celebrations. The New York Times provides more details on this prohibition (theguardian.com).

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