Zwarte Piet

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Black Peter

Zwarte Piet (English: Black Peter) is in the folklore and legends of the Netherlands and Flanders, a companion of Saint Nicholas (Dutch: Sinterklaas, a traditional Winter holiday figure).[1] This is celebrated every year on 6 December. The Zwarte Piets distribute sweets and presents to all good children.

References[change]

  1. "The Story of Black Peter". mymerrychristmas.com. http://mymerrychristmas.com/2006/blackpeter.shtml. Retrieved 8 December 2010.