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Santa Claus is one of those nearly-universal Christmas icons, although he goes by a different name in many countries.
- In England, for example, he is called "st.nicholas"
- In Brazil, he is called "Papai Noel."
- In France, "Père Noël."
- In Germany, "Der Weihnachtsmann."
- in Greenland, " father christmas "
- In Belgium, he is "Sinterklaas"
- In some countries, Santa Claus brings gifts on Christmas Eve.
- In Finland, for example, one family member usually dresses up like Father Christmas and distributes presents to the children.
- In Germany, 'Der Weihnachtsmann' brings Christmas presents on Christmas Eve day, often when the family has gone to church.
- In Hungary, Santa comes on December 6th and deposits candies or small toys into the children's' shoes.
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