It was said that Kallikantzaros came during Christmas time through the chimney or the front door. So to discourage these pranksters, the Greeks would leave a colander on their doorsteps to distract the Kallikantzaros and keep a fire burning all night to keep the little goblins from entering through the chimney.
“Yule Lads” are a traditional part of an Icelandic Christmas. What are Yule Lads?
"Yule Lads" are a traditional part of an Icelandic Christmas. What are Yule Lads?