The Swedish Tomte
If you have ever visited a Swede’s house in December, it’s very likely you’ve come across a stuffed, gnome-like figure with a woolly beard and a conical cap cheerfully perched upon the fireplace.
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How Julbocken turned into Santa Claus
Today’s Christmas traditions are a medley of various international rituals without any real cohesive thread but with strong Nordic influences.
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