What is it about the Irish and sex? Pre-Christian Irish attitudes to sex were decidedly more conservative than in recent times, where Cupid was saddled with a chastity belt by an outwardly pious nation. But have times changed? You be the judge. Here are 10 surprising facts about the Irish and sex:

What makes Irish men such a hot commodity in the U.S.? MOLLY MULDOON talks to men, women and some experts, including the Millionaire Matchmaker, Patti Stanger, about the everlasting appeal of the rogue Irish man.
 
When Patti Stanger was 19 she fell in love with an Irish bartender.

It's Valentines Day and every February 14th, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this holiday?

Curious where to head in Ireland if you’re on the search for some romance in time for St. Valentine’s Day? Tesco, of course, has got you covered.

There are only a few days left, so if you are scrambling for inspiration for that perfect gesture or that looking for that perfect gift, have a glance at IrishCentral’s ten romantic Irish ideas for St. Valentine’s Day.

PHOTOS - Photos of where to meet that special someone in Ireland

Grayce and Clarence Dwyer, who are both 100-years-old, have been married for 71 years and this Tuesday they’re celebrating St. Valentine’s Day and still very much in love.

Love is in the air for Derry native and ‘The Glee Project’ co-champion Damian McGinty in tomorrow night’s Valentine’s Day episode of ‘Glee.’ McGinty’s character, Rory Flanagan, becomes romantically entangled in a love triangle between himself, Artie (Kevin McHale) and Sugar (Vanessa Lengies).

WetPaint reports that McGinty was dropping the hints about the forthcoming love battle via his Twitter, @DamianMcGinty. When asked for details about what Rory will be up to during the Valentine’s Day episode, McGinty replied “people should get prepared, big shock.”

Gaelic Girl Lauren took to the streets of Dublin City again recently and polled people about what they think makes Ireland so romantic.

Irish men are more interested in flashy cars and big houses when weighing up potential partners, according to the latest survey.

Today is the day when couples around the world celebrate their love for each other, but what many people do not realize is that St. Valentine is also the patron saint of epilepsy.

According to Hallmark research, over half of the United States population will be celebrating Valentine’s Day on Tuesday.

Valentine’s Day lovers in Ireland are in for a real treat with the Northern Lights expected to make a very rare appearance all over Ireland on February 14th.

1. Charles Stewart Parnell and Kitty O'Shea

When it comes to romance Irish writers are rightly famous. With Valentine’s Day on the horizon we decided to give you a flavor  of some of the best writings from some of our greatest writers.

William Butler Yeats

Every year I get asked the same question before Valentine’s Day, “What is the easiest way of finding someone so I can enjoy Valentine’s Day with someone?”