According to a study by the University of Iceland, an estimated 62% of the nation believe that the existence of elves is more than a fairy tale. During the holidays there is a custom to make sure the house is clean and to leave food for the elves on Christmas Eve so that they can feast and dance while the humans are at church. On New Year’s Eve, some believe that elves relocate to new homes, for which people light candles to help them find their way.
