Finland, Artic Circle

Lapland Rovaniemi

GPS Coordinate 66.543704 N  25.847196 E – Performance #15

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Dies Natalis Solis Invicti December 25, 02020

Rovaniemi is a city in northern Finland, situated on the Arctic Circle at the confluence of two rivers. The first written mention of Rovaniemi dates back to September 7, 1453. Santa Claus is said to draw his origins from the god Thor, depicted as an old man dressed in red with a white beard, traveling in a chariot pulled by goats. Some argue that he resembles Odin, riding Sleipnir, his eight-legged horse, while others associate him with the Celtic god Gargan, known for wearing a hood and boots.

Nevertheless, Santa Claus is present in Rovaniemi. Our artistic team had the opportunity to meet him and presented him with a Lucky Hand.

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