Myths and legends from around the world share stories of amazing gods and goddesses with special powers and unique weapons. Who were these figures, and why did they matter to people in the past?
Stories also mention mythological creatures and mysterious ancient places. While historians, archaeologists, and scientists have confirmed some myths, many characters, creatures, and locations remain a mystery. Still, these myths continue to hold cultural and historical importance for many people.
In this section, we will explore some of the most interesting stories and step into the magical world of myths and legends.
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Mount Penglai is shrouded in mystery. It is a legendary land that many have tried to locate, but so far, no one has succeeded in finding the mythological place where all living creatures are believed to
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Among the most commonly encountered creatures in Norse mythology is Huldra. In Sweden, Huldra, known as ‘skogsrå’, has long held a prominent place in folk memory collections. In Norwegian folklore and legends, Huldra is a
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – The location of Biringan City is unknown. Ancient legends and myths refer to Biringan City as a mysterious place inhabited by ancient spirits and Engkantos (“enchanted beings”) who are shapeshifters able to take on human form.
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – The myth of Orpheus is an attempt to bring the dead to the living world. Death and its inevitable coming have always caused fear, but through the ages, people have successfully managed to reduce this negative
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Depictions of the mysterious giant Piasa bird can be found on a limestone bluff overlooking the Mississippi. Native American legends say this creature existed long before pale faces arrived on their lands. In the Illini
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – In Norse mythology, Skadi (Skade) was the daughter of Thiazzi of the Hrimthurssar, the frost giant who inhabited Jotunheim. Skadi (also Skade) was the wife of Njord, the Vanir god of the seas, sailors, and fishermen. They were
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – When Spanish Conquistadors encountered natives in Guayaquil, Ecuador in 1543, they were told a tribe of giants once inhabited the Indians’ land. These horrifying giants had been killed by a fire from the sky. The Spaniards
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Among the Aesir gods in Norse mythology, the supreme god Odin is frequently depicted sitting on his high seat, Hlidskjalf, in Asgard, the home of the gods. Odin always has his two raven companions, Hugin (Huginn) and Munin
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Like many other ancient civilizations, the Norse people believed in the concept of the soul. However, in addition to this, it was also thought that all human beings had a special invisible protector that followed them
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Japanese mythology is full of mysterious and fascinating creatures. One of them is called Wanyūdō, and its existence is based on a thousand-year-old legend. In Japan, Wanyūdō is one of the most frightening types of
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – The Kalevala is one of the most significant works of Finnish literature. It’s a book full of beautiful stories about heroes, villains, remarkable creatures, and wonderful adventures. Compiled from Finnish and Karelian folklore in the
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Loki is an elusive figure in countless Northern myths, but he is also the most fascinating of all the members of the Norse pantheon. Listed among the Aesir as a constant companion to the gods,
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Svarog (“Very Hot”) is one of the most important deities in the Slavic pantheon. He is the Slavic god of celestial fire and patron of blacksmiths, and the one whose existence is confirmed in both
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – The Egyptian Papyrus of Ani contains a number of fascinating descriptions of curious encounters with interesting boats. The “boats” are often mentioned in connection with stars and heavens. Most historians think these objects are merely
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Choctaw Indians of Mississippi have a fascinating ancient legend about the Nanih Waiya Cave Mound. The Indians say that their ancestors emerged from an artificial underground world a very long time ago, which they consider to
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Ancient legends tell that an antediluvian city is inhabited by immortal sages hidden deep in the Himalayas. This mysterious place is so well camouflaged that modern technology can never detect it. It is inaccessible to
