The Winter Solstice is more than just a marker of seasonal ... into your personal space during the dark winter days. The Yule Log is a tradition dating back to Europe’s early pagan cultures.

The roots of the Yule log can be found in ancient pagan traditions, especially in winter solstice celebrations. In many cultures, the winter solstice marked the rebirth of the sun and the ...

Jul' was the name given to the old winter solstice festivals. This is where the word we know as 'Yule' comes from, and where the custom of the Yule log originates. Now we enjoy it in the form of a ...

We now associate the word "Yule" with all things Christmas but ... Norse people commemorated the longest night of the year (winter solstice) and looked forward to brighter days.Learn more about ...