The Soviets tried to institute Ded Moroz (Djed Mraz or Dedek Mraz) during their influence over Yugoslavia, but Saint Nicholas has taken the role back since then. Djed Božićnjak (Grandfather Christmas) was created post-Yugoslavia in Croatia, though, and since then, he’s merged with Djed Mraz and still brings gifts to some families on New ... More @Wikipedia
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