Santa Claus is a favorite of all children and many adults. This is not only a fabulous, but already a real character in almost every country that has its own residences. Every year not only children, but also adults aspire to visit it. Many people ask themselves: “What is the name of the Belarusian Santa Claus?”. His name is Zuzya. It will be discussed in this article.
How did he come about?
The story of the appearance of Santa Claus has its origins for a long time. According to one version, in the third century the boy Nikolai (Pleasant) was born, who later became a bishop. As an adult, he always helped children and gave them gifts.
Over time, the image of a good bishop became associated with the New Year and Christmas holidays. He began to be considered the patron saint of children. Centuries passed, and his image was replenished with many additions. Gradually, Nicholas the Pleasant began to be called none other than Santa Claus.
He is in almost every country. They just name it differently. Is differenthe and his attire. The history of the Belarusian Santa Claus dates back to 2002. It was then that President Lukashenko decided to get his own Santa Claus and "settle" him in Belovezhskaya Pushcha. The construction of the Zyuzi residence has begun.
Where does Belarusian Santa Claus live?
The estate of Belarusian Father Frost was built in 2003. It is located in the national park in Belovezhskaya Pushcha. This is a cultural and tourist complex. It is called the residence (or estate) of the Belarusian Father Frost.
The complex includes not only the house where the legendary fairy tale character lives. It has hotels with rooms and separate houses for tourists, ecological trails, and entertainment programs are held. And not only on New Year's Eve, but at any time of the year. True, his estate itself is open only during the New Year and Christmas holidays.
What is the name of Santa Claus in Belarus?
Many are interested: since the fairy-tale character is called differently in each country, what is the name of the Belarusian Santa Claus? And the answer will be simple: Zyuzya. This is a colleague of the Russian fairy-tale grandfather. He is such a magician. Patronizes children, gives them gifts and fulfills dreams. As expected, he has a granddaughter Snegurochka. And they live in their estate in Belovezhskaya Pushcha.
Belarusian Father Frost's estate
Ded Moroz in Belarusian - Dzed Maroz. His possessions are located on the territory of the former bison nursery. Previously, they fed there in the winter. The area of the former nursery, and now - the possessions of Santa Claus, -15 ha.
The residence is his estate with a throne room. In the center stands a carved wooden throne. It is made from several types of wood at once. On the top of the back are two martens. The armrests are made in the form of horse heads.
On the first floor there is an office. There, the Belarusian Santa Claus dries felt boots by the fire. On the second floor is a bedroom with a large carved bed and a stack of pillows. There is also a small balcony. The Belarusian magician meets guests on the porch of his estate together with the Snow Maiden.
How is Zyuzya dressed?
Zyuzya is a Belarusian Father Frost. He dresses like his Russian counterpart. In winter - in a red coat and felt boots. But in summer his attire is different. Zyuzya puts on a shirt embroidered with Belarusian ornaments. On the head - a straw hat. Zyuzya carries a magic staff with him all the time, at any time of the year, and does not let go of his hands.
Where does the Snow Maiden live?
The Snow Maiden's house is located next to the estate of Father Frost, a little to the side. It is single storey. It has a "treasury". This is a repository of children's gifts, letters, photographs, drawings and crafts that were sent to Santa Claus. His museum is located in the house of the Snow Maiden. It contains many antique items.
Sights of the residence
Only the Belarusian Santa Claus could boast of the largest Christmas tree that grew on the territory of his estate. It was the tallest spruce in all of Europe. Her age is 120 years old. According to some sources, even 150. This spruce was the main attraction in the residence onNew Year and Christmas holidays.
But in 2014 it had to be cut down due to shrinkage. Previously, it was decorated with 5,000 light bulbs, and the height of the tree was 40 m. No less chic coniferous forest beauties grow nearby, a worthy replacement was found for a sawn spruce.
Zyuzya is a Belarusian Santa Claus, who is guarded at the entrance by two knights made of wood. Their names are Vyaz Vyazovich and Dub Dubovich. Near the main spruce there are compositions and sculptural groups based on the famous fairy tales about Snow White with the Dwarfs and 12 months. Moreover, each of the latter depicts a certain sign of the horoscope. There is a legend that when people touch their month, go around it and make a wish in a whisper, it will certainly come true.
The residence of the Belarusian Father Frost is full of surprises. There is a magic well in it. At the bottom of it are fragments of a mirror that Snow White's stepmother broke. If a person who has not done anything wrong in life comes up, bows and asks for a drink of water, then fragments of a mirror will unite at the bottom. It will float to the top and answer the questions asked of it. Water from plain will become "alive" and heal any, even the most complex and painful wound.
They say that it was in this well that the talking Pike lived, which Emelya once caught. In honor of these fairy-tale heroes, there is a sculpture next to them that depicts them. There are many other objects created according to the description from fairy tales. For example, a small pond. ATIt is inhabited by the Frog Princess. She is waiting for her prince. But married men and even suitors should not go near this pond, otherwise they may turn green.
Belarusian Santa Claus, just like his brothers, is a magician. Accordingly, on its territory there are many fairy-tale characters and amazing inanimate objects. For example, a small windmill. Thanks to her, you can get rid of the mistakes that were made in life. If they are small, then at the base of the mill you need to rub small pebbles. And if large, then choose the largest cobblestones. If a person has broken firewood in life, then in this case the windmill must be hugged.
Zyuzya is the Belarusian Santa Claus, who, like his counterparts in other countries, has his own residence. It is decorated with numerous fabulous sculptures. There is Pinocchio, Pike and many other characters. The path that leads to the magical lake is accompanied along its entire length by benches, next to which are small figures of gnomes. They help guests not to get lost in the forest thicket, find edible mushrooms, suggest which of them are false and poisonous.
On the territory of the residence there are shops where you can buy souvenirs or gifts for relatives, friends and relatives. There are also entertainment complexes. Garlands and multi-colored light bulbs hang on the trees. They light up at night and sparkle like jewels, creating the feeling that those present are in a fairy tale.
Visiting the Belarusian Zyuzya, you can not onlyenjoy a fairy tale, but also taste the traditional cuisine. It is suggested to visit Zima's workshop, where you can make jewelry not only for yourself, but also for your loved ones. For example, a charm doll. Or visit the Ice Life Museum.
For vacationers throughout the residence of the Belarusian Zyuzi there are gazebos and terraces, tables and benches. In summer, they save from the sun, being under the canopy of trees. The ceremony of crossing the New Year's border is interesting and surprising.
When can I visit Belarusian Zyuzya?
Residence Zyuzi is open all year round, seven days a week. It is open at the same time when the National Park "Belovezhskaya Pushcha" is open - from 9 am to 6 pm. There are children's and adult entrance tickets. The first ones are twice cheaper.
How to get there?
The address of the Belarusian Santa Claus is: Belovezhskaya Pushcha, Zyuzi's residence. Getting to her is easy. First you need to get to the village of Kamenoki. On its territory is the central entrance to the park. Then - on transport that runs specifically for tourists.
Departure to Santa Claus at the residence occurs every time as soon as a group of 10 people is recruited. If you get on your own, then in this case you will need to spend the night in a hotel or at a camp site. Entrance to the park is possible only by tourist buses. They will not let you in by private transport.
How to get to the residence of Father Frost?
At the main entrance gate of the park, visitors are met by Vasilisa the storyteller. She will show everythingattractions, tell legends and interesting facts, answer all questions. He will introduce you to all the fairy-tale characters and show where and how the Belarusian Santa Claus lives with his granddaughter.
Snow Maiden is not at the residence in summer - she goes to the North Pole so as not to melt. But her guest house is always open. To enter the territory of the residence of Santa Claus, which is guarded at the entrance by two wooden knights, you need to say special phrases. Vasilisa the storyteller will help you do this.
She will also conduct a tour of the domain of Santa Claus. He will show a fabulous apiary, where bears and elk come for honey. It is on it that Santa Claus comes to visit the kids in winter.
