Santa's Sarcophagus Saint Nicholas' original resting place was in the stone coffin at the bottom of the picture. (If you visit the church, Santa's sarcophagus is to the right, just after you enter.) Around 1100 his remains were stolen and moved to Bari, Italy. A few were recovered, however, and now rest in the museum in Antalya. The church walls are filled with 4th century frescoes of various icons, including Saint Nick. That's him to the left of the arch. There is an annual three day festival celebrating St. Nicholas on December 6th.

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