The main character of the celebration of the Russian New Year is found in many other countries. Unless his names are different. So who is Santa Claus, where does he live? The answers to these questions depend on the specific state. For example, in addition to the main residence, there are separate representations of the fabulous grandfather in other cities.
Who is Santa Claus?
The prototypes of the main New Year's character are several heroes at once - an evil spirit from ancient pagan rites and folklore, St. Nicholas, the father of the Snow Maiden from the opera by Rimsky-Korsakov. There are many legends and theories of the appearance of Santa Claus, known today.
The first hero - the Old Man of the North - was far from a good-natured grandfather who spoiled children with gif.webpts for the holiday. In ancient times, the god Pozvizd, who is responsible for storms and bad weather, the old man Zimnik, the evil spirit of Karachun, could be taken for him. Ancient people were wary of the elder. According to legends, he stole children, accepted sacrifices. There are even scary stories about how the entrails of the victims were decorated with a tree to appease an evil spirit - a terrible prototype of the modern New Year tree.
The main predecessor is considered to be Nicholas the Wonderworker from the city of Mira. Many legends about the good deeds of the bishop are associated with his name. Since the 17th century, he has been called the patron saint of children, for whom obedient kids put up their shoes in front of the door to receive a gif.webpt. Mischief-makers, instead of presenting them with pleasant surprises, could be punished with rods.
The name of St. Nicholas is associated with Christianity, so in Soviet times he could not be left as a New Year character. In 1935, ideologues came up with an analogue to the Western Santa Claus, taking as a basis the image of the father of the Snow Maiden from the opera by Rimsky-Korsakov. It is this prototype that comes to our children today with gif.webpts for the New Year.
Other names of Santa Claus depending on the people:
- Sami - Mun Kallsa;
- Tatars, Bashkirs - Kysh Babay;
- Udmurts - Tol Babai;
- Yakuts - Ehee Dyl;
- Chuvash - Hel Muchi;
- Armenians - Dzmer Papi, Dzyunanushik;
- Belarusians - Saints Mikalai, Zyuzya;
- Bulgarians - Dyado Koleda, Dyado Mraz;
- Brazilians - Papa Noel;
- English - Phaser Christmas;
- Americans, residents of Western Europe - Santa Claus;
- Germans - Nikolaus, Weinachtsmann;
- Greeks - Agios Vasilis;
- Arab Christians of Israel - Baba Noel;
- Icelanders - Yolasveinars;
- Chinese - Shen Dan Laoren;
- Norwegians - Yulebukk;
- Turks - Noel Baba;
- Ukrainians - Svyaty Mikolaj;
- French - Per-Noel;
- Estonians, Finns - Joulupukki.
Where is the residence of the real Santa Claus?
Disputes often flare up as to which place on the globe can undoubtedly be called the home of the world-beloved New Year's character. According to cartoons and fairy tales, as well as modern ideas, they name two likely homelands of Santa Claus - Lapland and Veliky Ustyug. If you delve into the details, it becomes clear that the first option rather refers to the world-famous Santa Claus. For the Russian Grandfather Frost, Veliky Ustyug is considered to be the main place of residence.
Europeans prefer not to name a specific location for the fairytale character. The Americans consider it the home of the North Pole, despite the unsuitability of this territory for life.
Lapland
This is the name of the cultural region inhabited by the Sami (according to the outdated name - the Lapps, Lapps). Geographically, this area is divided between 4 countries - the Russian Federation (Kola Peninsula), Finland, Norway and Sweden. The homeland of Santa Claus, or rather Santa Claus or by the local name of Mun Kallsa, Joulupukki, is considered to be Finnish territory.
The world famous Santa Claus Village is located near the city of Rovaniemi. The main tourists of this attraction in Lapland are the British, Germans, Russians, French, Irish, Chinese, and Japanese. This is one of the most famous fairy-tale character residences around the world.The infrastructure and entertainment program in the settlement is quite developed, focused on the good rest of visitors.
Send a letter or greeting card to the Finnish Santa Claus to the following address:
Where: 96930, Finland, Rovaniemi, Napapuri.
To: Joulupukin kamman
Veliky Ustyug
In Russia, the home of the New Year's grandfather is considered the Votchina, officially established in December 2013, located 12 km from the town of Veliky Ustyug in the Vologda region. It hosts excursions, theatrical performances, quests, and celebrations of various significant events. You can get there by car or plane.
Fiefdom address:
162390, Vologda region, Velikoustyugsky district, Mardengskoe s / p, territory of Father Frost's patrimony, d. 1.
Phone / fax: 8 (81738) 5-21-32
Website: http://www.dom-dm.ru/
The entertainment complex includes:
- The house in which the fairy tale lives. The doors are open all year round. The owner of the dwelling and his assistants introduce tourists to the 12 rooms of the mansion, talk about the everyday life of Grandfather Frost.
- The trail of fairy tales. It starts at the main gate, passes through a forest belt, and extends to the very house of the protagonist. Various entertainment events await visitors all the way.
- Blacksmith of Santa Claus. Here you can get acquainted with the history of blacksmithing, observe handwork in detail.
- Post office. Located on the central alley of Votchina. Employees respond to messages that come here, and here it is possible to hear and visually evaluate how many letters and from which parts of the country and the world come to the fabulous wizard. To send a message to the New Year's hero, it is enough to indicate on the envelope the index, the name of the region and the city, and also add - Santa Claus's Mail.
- Glacier. It is winter here all year round, the temperature does not rise above -15 ° C. The territory is decorated with ice sculptures in the form of heroes of old Russian fairy tales. In the evening, the statues are illuminated with an iridescent glow. On the throne of grandfather, you can make a wish.
- Winter Garden. Organized on the left side of the house, closer to the river. An unusual contrast of a summer island in the middle of winter. Collected various plants from different countries, parrots sing, water murmurs in fountains.
- Folklore center "Gornitsa". Here they talk about the life and life of northern peasants, treat them to tea, hold master classes on working with birch bark and flax.
- Zoo. This is a branch of the Moscow Zoo, which has collected many different animals and birds.
- Rope park. Built for thrill-seekers who want to master climbing skills.
- A cascade of ponds. Located in the very center of Grandfather's estate.
- Forest pharmacy.
In addition to the above, there are amusement rides, a children's playground, a slide, a restaurant-hotel and a health-improving complex, a carpentry workshop, and souvenir rows on the territory.
Santa Claus addresses
In addition to the main location of the Estate, there are additional residences on the territory of the Russian Federation. Often these are separate entertainment complexes that have nothing to do with each other.
109472, Moscow, Kuzminsky forest, Volgogradsky prospect, possession 168d
198510, St. Petersburg, Peterhof, St. Petersburg highway, 111, bldg. 3
650099, Kemerovo region, Kemerovo, st. Tomskaya, 5a
184506, Laplandsky Nature Reserve, Murmansk Region, Monchegorsk, per. Green, 8
422035, Tatarstan, Arsky district, s. Yana Kyrlay, Kysh Babayu and Kar Kyzy
186000, Republic of Karelia, Olonets, st. Svir Divisions, 1
In the Urals, the residence of Father Frost does not have an exact address, it moves from one place to another. You can clarify the location of the entertainment complex in a particular year on the official website: urdm.ru.
What numbers to call Santa Claus for free?
For several years in a row, a campaign has been held - a free call to Grandfather Frost. More precisely, the cost may depend on the specific tariff plan, and the word "free" means the absence of extra costs for the provision of the service.It should be noted that this applies only to 86 cities, but there is a way out - you can dial the number that belongs to the settlement of your region or region. In this case, additional commissions are usually not charged. The promotion lasts 2 months - December and January. It is advisable that the child knows his own name, learns the poem in advance and prepares a wish.
List of toll free numbers:
- Moscow +7 (499) 705-74-93
- St. Petersburg +7 (812) 424-45-03
- Ekaterinburg +7 (343) 226-04-82
- Barnaul +7 (3852) 50-32-05
- Vladivostok +7 (4232) 02-27-31
- Volgograd +7 (8442) 45-98-49
- Voronezh +7 (473) 205-90-44
- Ivanovo +7 (4932) 95-20-36
- Kazan +7 (843) 202-37-61
- Kaluga +7 (4842) 33-31-78
- Kaliningrad +7 (4012) 65-83-89
- Kemerovo +7 (3842) 40-01-82
- Krasnodar +7 (861) 205-50-94
- Krasnoyarsk +7 (3912) 03-02-45
- Murmansk +7 (8152) 62-92-13
- Nizhny Novgorod +7 (831) 261-39-28
- Novosibirsk +7 (383) 207-82-73
- Eagle +7 (4862) 30-31-26
- Perm +7 (342) 255-31-06
- Rostov-on-Don +7 (863) 209-89-58
- Ryazan +7 (49127) 7-67-34
- Samara +7 (846) 229-57-49
- Stavropol +7 (8652) 20-58-04
- Sochi +7 (8622) 44-03-17
- Surgut +7 (346) 238-54-91
- Syktyvkar +7 (8212) 23-94-45
- Tambov +7 (4752) 50-37-35
- Tomsk +7 (3822) 90-28-61
- Tula +7 (4872) 75-10-49
- Tyumen +7 (345) 265-80-98
- Ufa +7 (3472) 14-95-23
- Chelyabinsk +7 (351) 277-84-32
- Yaroslavl +7 (4852) 60-71-86
You also have the opportunity to talk to your grandfather via the Internet - go to the website call2sip.ru, dial 2020 and wait for an answer.
Is there Santa Claus in other countries and how to find him there?
The fairy-tale character also comes to visit people of other nationalities on New Year's or Christmas. Despite some differences in the image, background and description, the basic functions of all heroes are similar. The names are also different, which must be taken into account when you want to send a letter to your grandfather or go to visit.
Where does Sveti Mikolaj live in Belarus?
The world famous Grandfather Frost Manor in Belovezhskaya Pushcha is a popular attraction with a total area of 15 hectares.
On the territory are located:
- House of a New Year character with a throne room;
- Terem of the Snow Maiden;
- workshop of Mother Winter;
- Ice Household Museum;
- Skarbnitsa with treasures;
- Magic Mill;
- glade 12 Months;
- live Christmas tree;
- alley of signs of the Eastern calendar;
- Father Frost's hut with Belarusian dishes.
225063, Brest region, Kamenets district, Kamenyuki village
Website: www.dzedmaroz.by
Where to find Santa Claus in Kazakhstan?
Almaty city, amusement park. Additional information can be obtained by calling +7 (708) 971-41-91.
Official website: www.domdedamoroza.kz/
Address for letters to Santa Claus in the USA
Americans believe that the Christmas hero resides permanently at the North Pole. However, he can also send a letter to the address:
Santa Claus House, 101 St. Nicholas Drive, North Pole, Alaska, 99705 USA
Where does Santa live in Australia?
The natives, of course, do not have such a character. But in the past, Australia was a British colony, which explains the continuity of many traditions. Including the presence of Santa Claus.
Santa Claus, Christmastown, North Pole, 9999 Australia
Where to look for Santa Claus in Canada?
Here, from childhood, it is explained to children that Santa and his Mrs. Claus are Canadian citizens and regularly pay taxes. Although they live at the North Pole, it is possible to write a message to the Christmas character at:
Santa Claus, North Pole Hoh Oho, Canada
Great Britain
The local Father of Christmas is not much different from the world famous Santa Claus. The hero of legends brings gif.webpts only to obedient children.
Santa Claus, Reindeerland, SAN TA1, United Kingdom
Where to find New Year's Nikolaus in Germany?
An den Weihnachtsmann, Weihnachtspostfiliale, 16798 Himmelpfort, Deutschland
Weihnachtsfiliale, der Deutschen Post, 31137 Himmelsthur
An den Nikolaus, Nikolausdorf, 49681 Garrel, Deutschland
France
A very interesting tradition in France is to write a letter to Père Noel and receive a reply message. Each kid can send a message to a fairytale character. You don't even need to know the exact address. It is enough to indicate the addressee, well, and send it to the desired country. French postmen will certainly deliver it to Libourne.
Pere Noel, Rue des nuages, Pole Nord, 33504 Libourne, France
Saint Mikulas from the Czech Republic
Saint Mikulas gives gif.webpts to Czech children. Only he does not have a bag, but he carries all the surprises in a back box. The grandfather is accompanied by an angel and a devil. But the main character is still the baby Jesus, who hides in every possible way so that no one knows what he looks like.
Cesk'y Jez'isek, Boz'i Dar 1, Boz'i Dar 362 62, Czech Republic
Switzerland
Ülemanden is a small old man who lives in the forest, moves in a cart pulled by foxes. He has an assistant - Yulenisse. Also the Swiss Grandfather Frost is called Christkind (European baby Jesus), Per-Noel, Babbo Natale.
Email address:
Samichlaus, Chiasso, 6830, Schweiz
Snegurochka residence
Not only Grandfather Frost can boast of his own fiefdoms.The Snow Maiden also has one. Academician Glavny, Vestochka, craftswoman Skorenka, Clever man help her in organizing her leisure time. The New Year's residence is located in the center of Kostroma, there is a souvenir shop on the territory. The advantages are convenient parking, cashless payments, Wi-Fi.
The festive program includes:
- Excursion to the Room of Miracles. Here guests will meet with the Snow Maiden, visit her Post Office, and have a photo session. You can try on the outfits of fairy-tale characters, touch the crown of the Christmas tree, see the stars, and much more. The duration of the event is about half an hour, children under 3 years old are admitted free.
- Interactive programs for groups of 10 people or more. Snegurochka and Snow Academics invite you to participate in the Fairy Tale Olympics. Participants will enjoy sports for non-athletes, fantasy sports. The entertainment is suitable for all age groups.
- Master classes. The teachers of the Academy of Snow Wonders will teach you how to make a unique snowman from simple materials.
- Mail of the Snow Maiden. Yes, Grandfather Frost's granddaughter also has it. Here you can order a letter for your family and friends on various occasions. Also, express letters, company postcards, unique envelopes are sold under the order.
- New Year's performance. Lasts about 1.5 hours, is carried out for groups of 10 people or as an individual order. A colorful musical performance, a theatrical action, a cheerful interlude will create a real New Year's mood.
- Other holidays. It is also possible to celebrate a birthday or graduation in the Snegurochka residence.
Address: Kostroma, st. Simanovsky, 11
Phone: +7 (4942) 45-30-61
Email: [email protected]
Official website: snegurochkadom.ru
The character from the New Year's fairy tale lives not only in cartoons and world cinema, but also has many residences around the globe. Lapland and Veliky Ustyug are considered the main ones. In addition, on the territory of the Russian Federation there are several thematic entertainment centers where you can get an unforgettable experience and get a New Year's mood.
