It’s only August, but Christmas has come early in one city in northern . has already started putting up its Christmas lights as it plans to have the world’s largest display when the holiday season rolls around.
This year, the city is initiating the decoration process earlier than usual. This proactive decision is mainly due to the protocols in place to protect workers against , which could delay the installation. According to the city mayor, Abel Caballero, the Christmas lighting will encompass 334 streets and 450 trees, adorned with 2700 ornaments and ten million LED lights. To enhance tourism, the city has allocated €800,000 ($949,348) for the lighting initiatives.
The mayor has also disclosed that safety measures will limit crowding on main streets, and social distancing will be strictly enforced. Additionally, the city plans to relocate the giant tree from Porta do Sol to Policarpo Sanz, as the larger space will aid in maintaining social distance. However, the city remains uncertain about the inclusion of a Ferris wheel, which has traditionally been one of the focal points of the display.
Home to Europe’s largest fishing fleet, Vigo is a welcoming and lively city filled with buzzing tapas bars, restaurants, and nightlife. The lights have drawn significant crowds in previous years, with numerous visitors eager to participate in the lighting ceremony at the end of November. “Christmas in Vigo is remarkable, not only in Spain but throughout Europe and beyond,” states Caballero. “Our Christmas will be exceptional, beautiful – but 100% COVID secure.”
