Over 200 swimmers in colourful costumes plunged into the chilly Adriatic waters on Thursday (January 1), celebrating the 20th anniversary of Portoroz's New Year's Day swim, a popular tradition in the coastal town.

    A total of 203 participants from Slovenia and countries including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Britain, Slovakia, and Austria ran along the town's pier before diving into the 13°C (55°F) waters.

    The event featured warm-up activities, prize giveaways, and a nod to seasonal swimming traditions deeply rooted in the region. 

    Festivities concluded with a fireworks display, marking the highlight of Portoroz's holiday celebrations.

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