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What is the two countries in which Saint Nicholas features prominently in Christmas celebrations?
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More than two countries; pretty much any westernised country uses Santa a lot.
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Are gifts put under a tree in Germany?
Weihnachten (Christmas) in Germany does in fact, involve a Christmas tree. The celebrations begin on Saint Nicholas Day, December 6, gifts are placed under the tree at some point in their celebrations.
Why are Christmas stockings included in Christmas celebrations?
It stems from a Germanic story of Saint Nicholas, in which he puts gold coins in the stockings of a poor man's daughters as they're drying near the fireplace.
How is st. nicholas day celebrated?
December 6 is the feast of St. Nicholas of Myra. Some countries celebrate the feast by providing the children with special gifts or treats, much like Santa on Christmas. However, most countries do not celebrate the feast.
How is St. Nicholas' feast day celebrated?
December 6 is the feast of St. Nicholas of Myra. Some countries celebrate the feast by providing the children with special gifts or treats, much like Santa on Christmas. However, most countries do not celebrate the feast.
Is the festival of Saint Nicholas the same as Christmas?
No, Saint Nicholas Day is on December 6 while Christmas is December 25.
The poem twas a night before Christmas was originally known as?
"The Night Before Christmas" or "A Visit from St. Nicholas."
What are 3 other names for Santa Claus used in other countries?
St. Nick (St. Nicholas/Nicolas), Mr. Claus Father Christmas (UK)
When is st. nicholas day celebrated?
on christmas
What is the link between Father Christmas and StNicholas?
Father Christmas is Saint Nicholas.
In which country did the 1st Christmas markets appear?
Deutschland (Germany) that is where Christmas originated also know as (st. Nicholas Tag) or saint Nicholas day
When did people start to celebrate St. Nicholas Day on Christmas day?
The feast of St. Nicholas is on December 6 not Christmas. He should not be associated with Christmas as that is a day devoted to the celebration of the birth of Our Lord.
Who is the Christmas Saint Nickolas?
The Saint Nicholas of Christmas is based on Saint Nicholas, who was born in the third century in Asia Minor, and was known for giving gifts secretly.
