The Santa Claus Story
The sercet place - Korvatunturi
As we are all aware, the genuine Santa Claus has always lived far, far away at Korvatunturi in Finnish Lapland. There he has his secretive home and workshops as well as the gift storehouse and many, many other buildings.
The sercet map to Korvatunturi
Korvatunturi is a mysterious place where the elves can listen to the children as well as the adults to hear whether they are being good or bad.
The Santa Claus Village
Santa Claus lives with his helpers, the elves, at Korvatunturi. However, a long time ago he decided to meet and be with people at other times of the year.
Finland, Santa’s home country
Are you aware that in Finland, Santa’s home country, he personally delivers all the gifts to the kind children? As he arrives in the home he always asks the confirming question: “Are there any nice children here?â€
Santa Claus Village - the secret location
All these requirements have been fulfilled at the present location in Rovaniemi, at the Arctic Circle. Santa Claus Village is situated 8 km north of Rovaniemi. The exact coordinates are 66º33’07†northern latitude and 25º50’51†eastern longitude in the northern polar circle.
The Santa Post Office
The village has its own official Santa Claus’ Post Office, which is perhaps the most impressive post office in the world. In addition he also has his own shopping centre where genuine gifts and other beautiful items are on offer. Here you will find coffee shops, restaurants and many different types of programme services. An artist elf also has a very special studio here.
Other important facts
ImageSanta Claus is very happy with his village; in fact he visits there almost every day of the year. You are welcome to visit him in all four seasons. It is true; Santa travels between Korvatunturi and his village by reindeer. Some lucky visitors have even observed him on his magical sleigh being pulled by his reindeer.
Santa Claus’ hometown
The earlier mentioned facts have almost made Rovaniemi into Santa Claus’ hometown.
Santa Claus’ close associates
In Lapland and throughout Finland there are a large number of both small and large companies and corporations, which work in close co-operation with Santa Claus.
Several of those to be mentioned are the national airline company, the national railway, many bus and taxi companies, IT companies, telecommunication companies, programme services companies and many, many others. Some of the most important players include the national radio and TV stations and the media. Also to be found is Santatelevision.com, which produces a wide range of fun on the Internet.
