Kraków is a city located on the banks of the Vistula River in southern Poland. It is the second-largest city in the country and the most visited destination by tourists. Currently, it is the cultural capital of Poland, and quite … Continue reading The Fascinating Legend of the Wawel Dragon from Kraków, Poland
Introduction You may be wondering what Greek mythology is. Wonder no more. Greek mythology is a set of stories about the gods, goddesses, heroes of the ancient Greeks. It was part of the religion ancient Greece. So you could say … Continue reading The Great Legends and Myths Behind Ancient Greek Mythology and Its Influence
Dinosaurs – one of the world’s greatest prehistoric mysteries. What happened to them? Where did they go? There are various possibilities depending on what you believe and no real way to be 100% certain. We all know about fossils and … Continue reading Did Dinosaurs Live Among Humans?
Stories are not merely entertainment but also narrate the history of people. They are a way to preserve the past and carry traditions forward. Myths embody the journey of people, wars, conquests and defeats and their cultural beliefs. A brief … Continue reading Exploring Serbian Culture Through Myths, Legends and Folklore
Through the media, we become aware of spirits, ghosts, and creatures beyond our understanding. We understand that these malevolent beings have a reason behind their actions, that they aren’t evil or good by nature, but are set in their current … Continue reading Spirits, Ghosts, and Creatures: Malevolence Within Countries
English folklore consists of all the myths and legends of England. This includes everything from mythical creatures, urban legends, and folktales originating from the English region. English folklore is heavily influenced by Pagan tradition. A significant number of figures, legends, … Continue reading Myths and Legends in English Folklore
You have seen bridges all around the world laden with love locks. Engraved with initials or messages to friends, family and loved ones, love locks remain a classic token of love even in the digital age. Adding love locks to … Continue reading The Truth Behind Romantic and Not-So-Romantic Love Locks Across the World
Humans have been sailing on the sea for eons. Those that have sailed have come back with stories about creatures roaming under the expanse of the seas. These stories about mythical monsters abound across cultures in places where people have … Continue reading Exploring the Sea Myths from Diverse Cultures Around the World
Love in real life is hard enough. The one in folklore either reflects that or draws some inspiration from that. Love and strife, love rendered with trials and tribulations, love – an infinity – and all the rest that stands … Continue reading Heer Ranjha: A Folk Love Story from Pakistan