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Festive kayaks in Santa Lucia procession on Copenhagen canals

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Festive kayaks in Santa Lucia procession on Copenhagen canals

Festive kayaks in Santa Lucia procession on Copenhagen canals

13 December marks the celebration of Santa Lucia Day in Denmark – a Christian tradition that commemorates a 3rd century martyr and a popular festival of light that helps people get through the long winter days


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