Santa Claus, a figure that brings joy to millions of children worldwide, has an intriguing history. Born from the tales of Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century Greek bishop known for his generous gifts to the poor, the figure of Santa evolved over the centuries. In the 12th century, French nuns began giving gifts to children on St. Nicholas' Day, December 6. As the tradition spread, St. Nicholas became Sinterklaas in the Netherlands, a figure that brought presents to children in December. Sinterklaas found his way to the New World with Dutch settlers, where he underwent a significant transformation. In the 19th century, American writers and artists began to reimagine Sinterklaas as Santa Claus, a jolly, rotund man clad in red, who delivered gifts on Christmas Eve. This image of Santa Claus was further popularized by Coca-Cola advertisements in the 1930s, and the rest, as they say, is history. Today, Santa Claus is celebrated worldwide, with traditions varying in different countries, but his message of giving and sharing remains unchanged.