Veneto breaks the world record with the Centenarians gathering
The heart of Padua beat strongly in recent days, when seventy centenarians participated in the largest gathering in history, thus entering the Guinness World Records. This extraordinary event surpassed the previous record of 45 seniors, set in Brisbane, Australia in 2016. The meeting saw the participation of 55 women and 15 men, all residents of the Veneto region. Among the participants stood out Luigi Zanon, the oldest, who celebrated his 106th birthday last April 7, and Ada Trevisan, who turned 104 on October 17. This event not only celebrates the extraordinary longevity of its participants, but also highlights the importance of communities that support long, healthy lives. The joy and pride were palpable, not only among the participants but throughout the city which enthusiastically welcomed the event. The echo of the success of this gathering resonated far beyond the borders of Padua, spreading a message of celebration of life and history in local communities.
The news reached numerous followers through social media, where hashtags such as zaiapresidente , lucazaia , centenariveneti , gruppoveneto , and nonniveneti have gained great visibility, strengthening the sense of identity and belonging to the Veneto region. The Padua event remains a shining example of how celebrating the elderly can inspire entire communities to value and honor older generations, providing them with the attention and recognition they deserve.
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