Since Abel Caballero arrived at the Vigo mayor’s office Back in 2007, the Galician city has become the Christmas capital of all of Spain. Its monumental light display At this time it has become one of the most anticipated events for everyone, although the truth is that the city in the province of Pontevedra has much more to offer than millions of LED light bulbs. For this reason, it is not surprising that LoterÃas y Apuestas del Estado has chosen it to film its legendary advertisement for the Christmas lottery with which the countdown begins for these emblematic dates; this year with a clear message: solidarity.
Although Pontevedra not be one of the most Christmassy from all over Spain, the christmas spirit What you breathe and infect in Vigo at this time is incomparable to anything you can experience anywhere else. Therefore, it is a ideal getaway for those Christmas lovers who never get tired of this time and for those who want to visit some of the locations that appear in the advertisement, such as the Velázquez Moreno descent towards Alameda, Eduardo Iglesias Street or the Guixar area.
The monumental display of lights in Vigo
More than 11 million lights They illuminate 450 streets of Vigo in one of the most colorful and Christmas pictures that can be seen in Spain. Furthermore, it counts 6,000 structures, 3,708 light arches, 56 large elements and 2,318 illuminated trees (including the 44 meter one of Puerta del Sol) spread throughout the city so that tourists do not have nothing to envy those who are in New York. It is estimated that the total cost has been 1.42 million euros, but it is, without a doubt, the main attraction of the city at this time.
The CÃes Market Christmas market
In the Compostela Square you will find this beautiful and incredible christmas market with wooden booths where you can find everything from Christmas decorations to gastronomic products, including artisanal objects. Their schedule goes from 17:00 until 23:30 hours, and it is one of the essential things to visit if you travel to Vigo at this time of year.
Nadal’s Circus in the Coia neighborhood
The traditional circus that is established annually in the Coia neighborhood returns to Vigo although with a completely renewed version, but it is still ideal for the little ones in the house. In addition, for those who love adrenaline, this year they also present another extreme extra show, with impossible stunts and improbable tricks. Your tickets cost 15 euros.
The numerous attractions spread throughout Vigo
In Vigo every year a multitude of attractions are set up that are spread throughout the city, from the most central places such as the Compostela Square or Porta do Sol to Samil beach. In addition, for 2023 some fairgrounds have also been installed in the Independence Square and in Plaza O Progreso, as well as new areas (Teis, Bouzas or Navia, among others).
Classic Venetian carousel at Porta do Sol
You cannot go to Vigo and not visit the beautiful classic Venetian carousel that is installed every year in the Porta de Sol. This amazing guy-alive has been a city ​​symbol Galician for a long time, and every December the little ones go up there to enjoy the two heights one of the most beautiful attractions in the entire city.
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