by Daan, age 9 from The Hague, Netherlands, asks Santa about Winter Wonderland events, the International Court of Justice, and the city’s role in global justice.
Dear Santa, my name is Daan, and I am nine years old. I live in The Hague, Netherlands, where my opa says important international courts and organizations are based right here in our city.
Dear Daan, a city devoted to fairness and peace deserves a very respectful flyover, your opa picked a truly meaningful hometown.
Santa, I have three questions.
Is there a Santa Winter Wonderland? My tante wants to take me to one before Christmas Eve this year.
There certainly are Winter Wonderland events out there, Daan, twinkling lights, ice skating, and festive stalls all wrapped into one. Your tante’s plan sounds like a wonderfully cozy way to spend the day together.
My opa says The Hague is home to an important international court, even though it is not the official capital of the Netherlands. Is that true?
It is true, Daan, The Hague hosts the International Court of Justice, even though Amsterdam holds the official title of capital. I always find that unusual arrangement interesting flying over your city.
My opa says The Hague is known around the world as a center for peace and international justice. Is that true?
It is true, Daan, The Hague has earned a reputation as a global center for peace and justice, hosting important international organizations. That kind of dedication to fairness for everyone is really something worth admiring, Christmas and every day after.
Merry Christmas, Santa.
Your friend,
Daan Visser
The Hague, Netherlands
P.S. Will you visit the Winter Wonderland too, just to skate a little?
Only briefly, Daan, ice skating and a heavy red suit make an interesting combination.
