Santa Claus’ origin derives from a thin Saint Nicholas who was a Christian Greek acting as a Bishop in Turkey. Over the centuries, Christianity incorporated pagan aspects which made the myth more colourful. A source of inspiration and appearance change was likely the Germanic God of Odin. The Dutch pronounce his name as Sinterklaas from which Santa was derived. They’ve celebrated him since the Middle Ages. Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas Day) is held in several European countries on December 6. There he is normally depicted riding a white horse. Instead of … Read the full article…