Creepy New Year. Krampus, Yule Cat and Other Winter Creatures from Around the World

The change of the year has always been shrouded in mystic horror, for at this time the boundary with the otherworld is particularly shaky and transparent. Winter blankets the earth with a snowy cloak – and it is during this... long New Year's night that THEY come out: leaving frightening tracks in the snow, scratching with sharp claws on window frames, awakening fear in people.

In all countries of the world, there are ancient tales about winter monsters that lie in wait in the cold, dark night, lurking around houses, hiding in the snowdrifts, and rustling on the snow on steep roofs! About those who can kill cattle, spoil the reserves of milk and cheese in pantries, or even eat the master himself if he has not been diligent enough. About those who steal food from the festive table, and if they do not get enough — grab disobedient children and make stew out of them.

Happy New Year! You have been good this year, haven't you?