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St. Nicholas will be handing out gifts for children on the border of Ukraine and Poland: where is his residence?

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St. Nicholas will be handing out gifts for children on the border of Ukraine and Poland: where is his residence?

This year, a unique event for children will take place at the Ukrainian-Polish border. Find out how kids will be able to receive gifts from St. Nicholas while crossing the border

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On December 6, a special residence of St. Nicholas was opened at the Shehyni checkpoint between Ukraine and Poland. According to the 7th Carpathian Border Guard Detachment on its official Facebook page, all children crossing the border in Lviv Oblast will receive holiday gifts on this day. The residence will be open for one day only - December 6.


“Border guards of the 7th Carpathian border detachment let St. Nicholas enter Ukraine,” the post reads.



Photo: 7th Carpathian border guard detachment


By the way, Visit Ukraine also gives gifts for St. Nicholas Day. How to get them - see the link 🎁




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Where to meet St. Nicholas at the border?


To receive a gift, you just need to cross the border with your child on December 6 at the checkpoints of Lviv region. The residence will be open during the day at the Shehyni checkpoint. Here you will be able to meet St. Nicholas and take memorable photos near the photo zone.


Important reminder: Are you planning to travel abroad by car? Don't forget to apply for a Green Card! You can do this on the Vsit Ukraine website. This document is required for crossing the border.


We remind you! On December 6, Ukrainians celebrate one of the most favorite winter holidays in Ukraine - St. Nicholas Day. Read more about the fascinating facts, traditions, folk customs and their modern meaning in our previous article.


Photo: 7th Carpathian border guard detachment


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