These allotment gardens are often given German names, such as a "Schrebergarten," "Kleingartenanlage" or "Gartenkolonie." Locals often rent these small allotments to do their gardening, according to german broadcaster Deutsche Welle.īut while the figures as we know them are a significant part of Germany’s history, a version of the ornaments actually first appeared in 13th century Anatolia (now Turkey) and then gained popularity in 16th-century Italy.
» RELATED: Who was Virginia Apgar? Google honors trailblazing doctor who saved millions of babiesĮven today, people visiting Germany are likely to come across small settlements with tiny houses and garden gnomes. Legend has it they protect these gardens and bring good luck,” Google experts noted. “Propelled by local myths and increased leisure time, the gnomes began to find homes in gardens throughout the country.
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