Today, Krampus is still celebrated in parts of Germany, Austria ... a fascination with folklore, and a desire to reconnect with ancient traditions. The legends may have originated when Moors ...
In European folklore, the Krampus is a sort of anti-Santa, who punishes naughty boys and girls by gifting them coal instead of toys. He also carries a basket for the transportation of truly evil ...
In Austro-Bavarian folklore, the Krampus is Father Christmas’ sworn ... These parades and festivals used to occupy cities in Germany and Austria, but recently, it has spread through the United ...