Santa Claus Around the World

Learn about Santa Claus around the world.

Intermediate

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What comes to your mind when you think about Santa Claus? Perhaps a jolly bearded old man dressed in a fluffy red and white suit. However, that is just one of many depictions of Santa Claus.
Several modern portrayals of Santa Claus are rooted in Yule, an ancient 12-day festival celebrated by the Germanic people around the winter solstice.