Christmas magic on rails: Russian Father Frost train lights up Moscow at night The dazzling festive train passed through the Russian capital ahead of its grand journey, which begins Sunday in Volky Ustyug, the hometown of Father Frost, a Russian folklore figure similar to Santa Claus. The magical train will visit 65 cities across Russia, spreading holiday cheer to children and adults alike, a Sputnik reporter reported. Subscribe to Sputnik Africa | X.