Guwahati, Feb. 9 -- Chocolate Day, celebrated on February 9 as part of Valentine's Week, brings joy to chocolate lovers worldwide and is dedicated to indulging in the rich, sweet treat cherished for centuries. But beyond just exchanging chocolates, this day has an interesting history that makes it even more special.

The origins of Chocolate Day can be traced back to the history of chocolate itself. Chocolate was first discovered over 3,000 years ago by the ancient Mayans and Aztecs in Central America.

They considered cocoa beans to be so valuable that they used them as currency. The beans were ground into a bitter drink, often mixed with spices, which was believed to have energizing and even magical properties.

When Spanish explorers b...