However, every March the village wakes up: hundreds of fans are watching a reindeer sled race - the most spectacular and popular competition of the First International Championships in Traditional ...

Rovaniemi, Finland Rovaniemi, often heralded as the official hometown of Santa Claus, is a winter wonderland dream come true.

Covered with reindeer skins in the winter, the teepee-like tent protects the family from blowing snow and biting cold. Perched on the left side of the sleigh, his legs firmly planted on a runner ...

Above is a shot of members of Russia's Northern Fleet motorized rifle brigade being pulled around by reindeer.

Reindeer are very friendly and welcoming animals that have helped humans in many ways for thousands of years. From simple companions to sled-pullers, reindeer are still used for many activities today.