Discover the tale of Santa Claus and its surprising roots in Turkey
Born into an affluent family, Nicholas was a holy Christian and the Bishop of Myra, who originated from the city of Patara. Following the passing of his parents, he inherited a considerable amount of wealth which he would ration out to those in need. Tales recount how he would toss small bags of gold coins down the chimneys of poor homes and offer fruits to the children. His noble deeds quickly spread throughout Europe, and soon locals began to incorporate his stories into their own myths and legends.
