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#FairyTaleTuesday - In Iceland the Little People known as the Huldofolk live in cute small houses built by locals. It is believed these tiny beings have magical powers and protect the island.
In Celtic beliefs dwarfs give advice or shelter to heroes. https://t.co/rq6KHIe4tO
#FairytaleTuesday - Ancient Scottish legends tell of mysterious supernatural sea creatures called the Blue Men of the Minch. These odd beings were half humanoid and half mermen and used to frighten many sailors. https://t.co/Lptfd1Cl5x
#FolkloreSunday - Vikings believed spirits known as Vættir lived in trees.
To prevent these small creatures from freezing during winter, trees were brought inside and decorated so the spirits could enjoy a warm, cozy home. https://t.co/AO4UplwBhK
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✨Day 3 - Saunatonttu - Finland's Sauna Elf✨
In Nordic countries, it was believed that elves took care of the house and its inhabitants. In Finland, Saunatonttu protected the sauna. Disturbing an elf in a sauna was unwise, as it angered this little being.
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#FolkloreSunday - The evergreen plant mistletoe was sacred to the Celts, the Norse, and the Native Americans. According to ancient beliefs mistletoe protected against thunder, lightning, warded off evil spirits, kept witches away, and was a healing plant. https://t.co/KhanLlvN5U
#LegendaryWednesday - Norse trolls were not famous for being associated with fashion, but they loved to steal anything they could get their hands on.
Old Scandinavian legends tell trolls often visited cemeteries and stole grave clothes. https://t.co/hzj19VzRyD
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#FairyTaleTuesday - Norse Dwarf Fafnir was a cunning, greedy, evil creature. He killed his father, stole the magical Andvaranaut ring, and turned into a dragon so he could guard the treasure, but fate caught up with him and he was punished for his crimes. https://t.co/A4qI2a4Z4A
#MythologyMonday - People in Iceland build amazing little houses for the race of the Hidden People, known as the Huldofolk. It is believed these tiny beings have magical powers and protect the island. https://t.co/rq6KHIe4tO
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