Thousands march in Spain on women's day despite coronavirus fears

Demonstrators hold placards and a banner that reads: "We are the feminist revolution" during a protest to mark the International Women's Day in Madrid, Spain March 8, 2020. REUTERS/Susana Vera

MADRID (Reuters) - Thousands of women across Spain marched on Sunday against gender inequality to mark International Women's Day, despite concerns the gatherings could help the spread of coronavirus.

Bearing flags and banners denouncing gender violence, a crowd of purple-clad women paraded down one of Madrid's main avenues towards the city centre, chanting over booming drums.