Serb in Ulcinj got first to the Holy Cross: Celebration in the sea with old tricolor flag that defied the cold wind (PHOTO)

The air temperature was eight degrees and the water temperature in the sea was five degrees higher

Epiphany was marked throughout Serbia and the region, and many participants swam despite the cold weather for Holy Cross. That was also the case in Ulcinj, and this manifestation was held at the beach Valdanos. 

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The air temperature was eight degrees and the water temperature in the sea was five degrees higher.

This is a second time the event is held in this city, and the winner was Dragan-Garo Jovetic (31).  

- This is the first time i am swimming, but as long as my health serves me well, i will continue to swim. It took courage to swim today, it was cold and windy. Well done to all participants, we are all winners. I would like to thank my friends who supported me - said Dragan Jovetic for Telegraf.

The photos show old tricolor flag, and according to the locals, it is the only flag they recognize.

(Telegraf.co.uk)