Record: 14 thousands of Santa Clauses gathered in Portugal
The world's largest parade of people dressed as Santa Clauses marched through the streets of Porto, Portugal. Penetrating chill or cold rain did not scare them – for a real Santa, even the worst weather is no obstacle. Crowds of people in red and white clothes and white beards (also women and children), filled the streets of Porto with dancing and singing on a Sunday afternoon. The fun lasted until the night. Every Santa Claus, who took part in the parade passed 1 euro for gifts for children from Porto, the second largest city in Portugal. According to Vitor Ferreir, as much as 17 400 people wanted to participate in this extraordinary gathering. However, bad weather has kept many people at home. Nevertheless, over 14 200 Saint Nicholas. Their feat will be entered in the Guinness Book of Records. The previous record belongs to the Santa Clauses of Derry City in Northern Ireland. Last year, almost gathered there 13 thousand. people in red and white costumes.
