A team of archeologists working at the Church of St. Nicholas in Demre, Turkey, say they may have found the grave of St. Nicholas, who has been popularized worldwide as “Santa Claus.” ...

Previous studies have concluded that various remains could perhaps belong to Saint Nicholas, but this new discovery could finally settle the matter once and for all. Who Was Saint Nicholas Of Myra ...

Saint Nicholas of Myra was an early Christian saint ... so that the virtual donor's skull matches that of the saint." The remains of the saint reveal more than just his face however, as Mr Moraes ...

At the end of the First Crusade, there was a debate about whether to house the relics in Bari or Venice, as a monastery dedicated to St. Nicholas already existed in Venice. The remains in Bari ...

Emperor Theodosius II decreed that the Saint Nicholas Church would be built over the church he served, and his remains were relocated to the building. In 1807, after the church was declared to ...

The real St. Nicholas is believed to have been a bishop ... In 1087, sailors stole some of his alleged remains and took them back to their native Italy. The bones these pious pirates pilfered ...

Discover Gemiler Island near Fethiye, rich in history and natural beauty. Explore ancient ruins, stunning views, and crystal-clear waters ...