Myra Turkey - the birthplace of Santa Claus. Where did Saint Nicholas live?
Saint Nicholas, who most people focus on in the context of Santa Claus, was a bishop in the ancient Greek city of Myra, which today is located in the Turkish province of Antalya, near the modern city of Demre. This is precisely the region where his episcopal church was supposed to be located.
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Saint Nicholas lived in the 4th century and was known for his kindness and generosity, he loved children very much. He performed many charitable works, helping the needy and defending the oppressed. His good deeds became the stuff of legends associated with the holiday of Christmas.
One of the significant places in the World associated with St. Nicholas is the ancient Basilica of St. Nicholas, where his relics were located before his destruction during the Crusades. This place attracts thousands of pilgrims and tourists every year.
Also in this video we will walk around the ancient Lycian city and I will show you amazing rock burials. The city of Myra was one of the ancient Lycian cities on the coast of modern Turkey. It had great historical significance as a major trade and cultural center in ancient times. One of the most amazing features of this city are the Lycian tombs carved into the rocks.
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