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Santa sets off on his Christmas gift-giving tour

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Santa sets off on his Christmas gift-giving tour

Santa sets off on his Christmas gift-giving tour

Santa Claus left his office in Korvatunturi, nestled in the heart of Finnish Lapland, and set off on his magical journey to deliver gifts across the world.


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