#9: The Swedish Gävle Goat

Once upon a whimsical Swedish winter, someone had a brilliant idea – why not craft an enormous version of the traditional Christmas straw goat? And with that notion, the quirky legend of the Gävle Goat was born. This colossal creation wasn’t just a festive masterpiece; it was designed to lure eager shoppers and diners to the southern part of the city during the holiday season.

Since its debut in 1966 at Castle Square, the Gävle Goat has taken its annual place as a symbol of Christmas magic. And if you can’t be there in person to witness this straw behemoth, fret not; you can follow its holiday journey via live feed from the first Advent Sunday until it bids farewell at the dawn of the New Year.