The Spanish Christmas lottery, known as ‘El Gordo’, boasts a jackpot of over 2.7 billion euros this year. With a rich history dating back to 1812, it engages around 70% of Spaniards in a game where numbers are drawn from two drums. Popular this year is ticket number 29104, linked to a recent flood disaster. Communities often band together to purchase tickets, hoping for a life-changing win. As the draw approaches, long lines form at sales points amidst festive anticipation.