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Scandinavia is beautiful, full of incredible places to explore and delicious foods to eat. But one of the things that makes the Scandinavian countries so compelling is their rich folklore. You'll find many unique stories throughout Norway, Sweden, and Denmark of mythical creatures and sprites, ranging from fairies to trolls. One of the better-known creatures from Scandinavian lore is the gnome. Tomte (Swedish) or Tonttu (Finnish), also called Nisse in Norway, are solitary, mischievous domestic spirits responsible for the protection and welfare of a farmstead and its buildings.  They are believed to originally stem from the soul of the first farm owner, later becoming spirit figures and ensuring the farm's continuous care.  Tomte literally means 'homestead man' and is derived from the word 'tomt', which means homestead or building. They appreciate people looking after their homes and farms and being good to their animals. They are particularly fond of cats. A tomte is described as a li