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**Santa Claus: A Look at the Iconic Holiday Figure**

Santa Claus, also known by names such as Kris Kringle and Saint Nicholas, is a globally recognized figure associated with the holiday season, according to a blog post sourced from the Fulton County Library in Atlanta, Georgia. Santa's signature look, including his fur-trimmed red outfit and white beard, has become an unmistakable image during this festive time of year.

This cultural figure represents kindness and giving, with his story originating in folklore and evolving into the modern, joyful character celebrated today.

To explore more about Santa Claus, readers can visit the full blog post on the Fulton County Library’s website at [Who Is Santa Claus](https://www.fulcolibrary.org/blogs/post/who-is-santa-claus/).

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Source: Fulton County Library

Source Type: Library

Source Location: Atlanta

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