He goes to peoples house
He delivers gifts of course.
St. Nicholas or as we call it 'Sinterklaas' is a holiday for kids, so usually toys.
Children in Belgium have 2 Christmas visitors. On the 6th December, St Nicholas Day, St Nicholas is believed to bring children presents. This is quite a long time before Chrismas. Different regions in Belgium have different customs and traditions about St Nicholas. On Christmas day (25th) Santa Claus may bring some more presents if they are lucky.
Children in Belgium have 2 Christmas visitors. On the 6th December, St Nicholas Day, St Nicholas is believed to bring children presents. This is quite a long time before Chrismas. Different regions in Belgium have different customs and traditions about St Nicholas. On Christmas Day (25th) Santa Claus may bring some more presents if they are lucky.
by sled feet brick and unicorns
horse
As far as I can find, the feast of St. Nicholas has always been on December 6.
St. Nicholas Day is observed in The Netherlands (Holland). It is also observed in Belgium and Germany.
the Netherlands
Riding his horse over the roofs.
Riding his horse over the roofs.
Santa is often referred to as St. Nick, so Nick (for Nicholas) would be his first name. The name Santa came from the German name of St. Nicholas. St. Nicholas was kind and gave presents to the poor, because he had a giving, kind heart.