Christmas traditions vary throughout the world, and not all countries incorporate Santa Claus. In Iceland, their Christmastime characters are a family of trolls (Grýla, Leppalúði, and the Yule Lads), along with a large cat (known as the Yule Cat). While some can bring gifts, there can also be mischief – and the punishment for bad behavior is much more serious than coal left in a stocking. Let’s explore these holiday traditions.
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Dec
2024
