Reindeer and Elves
Santa Claus cannot be thought without his reindeer and elves. Although, Santa is known for distributing gifts to children, it is Santa’s team of reindeer that pull his sleigh and help him deliver the...
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Santa Claus has been portrayed as everything, from an elf to a tall gaunt man. He has worn a Norse huntsman’s animal skin and a bishop's robe. The modern-day Santa is a blend of a variety of stories...
View ArticleLuxury Christmas Crackers Magic
Cheap and cheerful is the only way to describe them, the Christmas crackers usually found on most festive dinner tables. There's something eminently satisfying standing back and admiring a well-planned...
View ArticleSanta Claus Rituals
There are many rituals related to the Santa Claus, which are performed all over the world by children expecting to receive presents or gifts from this mythological character. Some rituals, for...
View ArticleSanta's Wife – Mrs. Claus
Introduction Mrs. Claus is the wife of Santa Claus; however, she does not have a counterpart in mythology or folklore, but was the creation of American authors. In 1899, Katherine Lee Bates, author of...
View ArticleOrigin
The evolution of Santa Claus is inspired by the 4th century bishop, Saint Nicholas. The Greek Christian bishop was from Myra (now Demre), in present day Turkey, and was renowned for distributing gifts...
View ArticleSanta Claus Tale
Folklore about Santa Christmas is unimaginable in absence of Santa Claus, not just for children, but also for adults. Santa Claus, gift-giving, and singing carols are long-time Christmas traditions and...
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