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Cover image of Apocalypto (2006) featuring a Mayan warrior silhouetted against a dramatic sky.

Apocalypto (2006)

Mythical Movies

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Description Country of Origin United States of America Language Maya Genre Thriller Cast Rudy Youngblood, Raoul Trujillo, Mayra Sérbulo, Dalia Hernández, Jonathan Brewer, Gerardo Taracena Directed by Mel Gibson [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="33184" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_shadow_3d"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Mel Gibson’s Apocalypto (2006) is a gripping and intense cinematic experience that immerses viewers into the heart of a collapsing

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Mayan Mythology Movies

Mythological depiction of Habaek, the Korean god of rivers.

Habaek : God of the River

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1747189380855{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Korean Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Yuhwa, Wuihwa, and Hweonhwa (Daughters) Region Korea Associated With Rivers, Water [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Habeak Introduction Habaek, the river god of Korean mythology, holds a revered position as the divine guardian

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Asian Asian Gods East Asian East Asian Gods Gods Korean Korean Gods River

Abu Simbel: The ancient Egyptian temple complex with colossal statues of Ramses II.

Abu Simbel : The Temple Complex

Mythical Travel Destinations

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1747105080661{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Mythology Egyptian Mythology Country Egypt Closest airport Abu Simbel Airport (ABS) Type Constructed Accessibility 10/10 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Abu Simbel, an awe-inspiring archaeological site located in southern Egypt near the Sudanese border, captures the imagination with its colossal rock-cut temples and timeless desert backdrop. Built

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Egyptian Mythology Travel

Mythical creature Zankallala, the tiny monster of folklore.

Zankallala : The Tiny Monster

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1747104026316{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Hausa Mythology Classification Hybrids Family Members N/A Region Nigeria, Niger Associated With Strength, Hearing, Endurance [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Zankallala Introduction Zankallala is a captivating figure rooted in the rich oral traditions of the Hausa people of Northern

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African African Hybrids Hausa Hausa Hybrids Hybrids West African West African Hybrids

Kartikeya's Vel: The divine spear symbolizing victory and protection.

Kartikeya’s Vel : The Spear of Victory

Mythical Weapons

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1747046555170{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Mythology Indian Mythology Type Carried Power 9/10 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Karthikeya's Vel Introduction Karthikeya, also revered as Murugan, Skanda, or Subrahmanya, is a powerful deity in Hindu mythology known for his unwavering commitment to justice, his exceptional martial prowess, and his profound wisdom.

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Indian Mythology Weapons

Depiction of Mul Gwishin, the Korean water ghost haunting rivers and ponds.

Mul Gwishin : The Water Ghost

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1747019003955{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Korean Mythology Classification Ghosts Family Members N/A Region South Korea Associated With Water, Illusions, Kidnapping [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Mul Gwishin Introduction In the rich and often unsettling world of Korean mythology, few spirits are as chilling—or as

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Asian Asian Ghosts East Asian East Asian Ghosts Ghosts Korean Korean Ghosts Water

Illustration of the Wendigo with skeletal features and haunting presence.

Wendigo : The Terrifying Legend

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Description Origin United States of America Classification Cryptid Demeanour Evil Habitat Forests Status Not Proved [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="33162" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_shadow_border"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction The Wendigo is a haunting creature rooted in the legends of Algonquian-speaking Indigenous peoples of North America. It embodies the darkest aspects of winter—starvation, madness, and cannibalism. Unlike many mythical beings born from heroism

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Yalda: Persian celebration of light marking the longest night of the year.

Yalda : Celebration of Light

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1747053188735{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Location Persia Country Iran, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Kurdistan Dedicated To Mithra Duration 1 day Time of Year December [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Yalda, also known as Shab-e Yalda or Shab-e Chelleh, is an ancient Persian festival observed on the longest and darkest night

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Festivals Iranian Mythology

Map tracing Rama’s journey across India in the Ramayana epic.

Ramayana Route Map: Tracing Rama’s Journey Across India

[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1676980505849{padding-top: 30px !important;}"][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] The Ramayana, one of the two great Indian epics, chronicles the extraordinary journey of Lord Rama, his wife Sita, and brother Lakshmana during their 14-year exile. While the story is deeply spiritual and symbolic, many enthusiasts and researchers have attempted to

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Blogs Indian Mythology

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Richard Buxton

Mythical Experts

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Richard Buxton, an esteemed classical scholar hailing from Mansfield, England, has carved a notable academic path through his lifelong dedication to Greek mythology and literature. After earning his doctorate from King’s College, Cambridge, and conducting research in Paris, Buxton joined the University of Bristol,

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Experts Greek Mythology

Legendary hero Bernardo Carpio, known as the mountain stopper in Filipino folklore.

Bernardo Carpio : The Mountain Stopper

Philippine Demigods

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1747025356124{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Philippine Mythology Classification Demigods Family Members N/A Region Philippines Associated With Super Strength [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Bernardo Carpio Introduction Bernardo Carpio stands as one of the most iconic figures in Philippine mythology—a name whispered in mountain legends,

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Asian Demigods Demigods Philippine Philippine Demigods South East Asian South East Asian Demigods

Cover image of Daughters of the Dust (1991) featuring the Peazant family on the beach.

Daughters of the Dust (1991)

Mythical Movies

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Description Country of Origin United States of America Language Gullah, English Genre Drama Cast Cora Lee Day, Barbara O. Jones, Alva Rogers, Trula Hoosier, Umar Abdurrahamn Directed by Julie Dash [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="33147" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_shadow_3d"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Julie Dash’s Daughters of the Dust (1991) is a landmark film that unfolds like a lyrical dream, weaving myth,

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African Mythology Movies

Kwase Benefo : The Timeless Hero

Ashanti Mortals

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1747016800835{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Ashanti Mythology Classification Mortals Family Members N/A Region Ghana Associated With Resilience, Will Power [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Kwase Benefo Introduction Kwase Benefo, sometimes spelled Kwasi Benefo, is a central figure in Ashanti mythology, originating from present-day Ghana.

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African African Mortals Ashanti Ashanti Mortals Mortals West African West African Mortals

Cape Sounion : The Coastal Ruin

Mythical Travel Destinations

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746592998238{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Mythology Greek Mythology Country Greece Closest airport Athens International Airport (ATH) Type Constructed Accessibility 10/10 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Cape Sounion, located at the southern edge of the Attica peninsula, offers one of the most captivating coastal experiences in all of Greece. With its soaring cliffs,

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Greek Mythology Travel

Bellona : Goddess of War

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746588385785{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Roman Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Mars (Brother) Region Italy Associated With War [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Bellona Introduction Bellona was the formidable Roman goddess of war, destruction, and conquest. Known for her fierce presence in both myth

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European European Gods Gods Mediterranean Mediterranean Gods Roman Roman Gods

Helm of Darkness : Invincibility of Hades

Mythical Weapons

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746509476473{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Mythology Greek Mythology Type Worn Power 9/10 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Helm of Darkness Introduction In the vast and enigmatic realm of Greek mythology, few artifacts capture the imagination quite like the Helm of Darkness. Also known as the Cap of Invisibility or the

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Greek Mythology Weapons

Image of the horrifying Batibat from Philippine mythology

Batibat : The Obese Spirit

Philippine Spirits

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746507842441{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Philippine Mythology Classification Spirits Family Members N/A Region Philippines Associated With Nightmares, Sleep Paralysis [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Batibat Introduction In the shadowy realm of Philippine mythology, the Batibat stands as one of the most terrifying spirits of

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Asian Asian Spirits Nightmares Philippine Philippine Spirits Sleep Paralysis South East Asian South East Asian Spirits Spirits

El Hombre Caimán : The Alligator Man

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Description Origin Columbia Classification Cryptid Demeanour Neutral Habitat Lake Status Not Proved [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="33089" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_shadow_border"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction In the heart of Colombian folklore lies a tale that is both haunting and deeply symbolic—El Hombre Caimán. Emerging from the riverside town of Plato, in the Magdalena department, this legend weaves together themes of curiosity, punishment,

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Columbian Mythology Urban Legends

Bata : The Bull God

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746424561204{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Egyptian Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Anubis (Brother) Region Egypt Associated With Resurrection, Transformation [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Bata Introduction Bata stands as a compelling figure in Egyptian mythology, known for his transformation, spiritual duality, and cosmic symbolism.

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African African Gods Egyptian Egyptian Gods Gods North African North African Gods

Holi : Festival of Colours

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746254991544{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Location North India Country India Dedicated To Krishna, Holika Duration 2 days Time of Year March [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Holi, often called the "Festival of Colors," is one of India’s most cherished celebrations, known for its infectious energy, vibrant hues, and cultural depth. Observed each

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Festivals Indian Mythology

Aztec Human Sacrifice and Mythology: What Fueled the Rituals?

[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1676980505849{padding-top: 30px !important;}"][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] In the heart of ancient Mesoamerica, the Aztec civilization flourished with rich traditions, architectural marvels, and an intricate belief system rooted in mythology. Among the many elements that defined Aztec culture, few have captivated and shocked the modern imagination more than

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Aztec Mythology Blogs

Yumiko S. Hulvey

Mythical Experts

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Yumiko S. Hulvey is a distinguished scholar whose work has profoundly influenced the study of classical Japanese literature, with a particular focus on writings by women of the Heian to Kamakura periods. Currently serving as an associate professor and associate dean for academic affairs

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Experts Japanese Mythology

Guardians of Land, Sea, and Spirit: Nagined, Arapayan, and Makabarubak

[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1676980505849{padding-top: 30px !important;}"][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] The Philippines, an archipelago rich in culture and tradition, is home to a vibrant tapestry of myths, legends, and supernatural beings. Among the lesser-known yet deeply intriguing figures in Philippine mythology are Nagined, Arapayan, and Makabarubak. These three mythological beings play

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Blogs Philippine Mythology

Prometheus (1974)

Mythical Movies

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Description Country of Origin Soviet Union Language Russian Genre Animated Cast Evgeniy Gerasimov, Anna Kamenkova, Aleksey Konsovskiy Directed by Alexandra Snezhko-Blotskaya [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="33067" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_shadow_3d"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]The 1974 Soviet animated short film Prometheus, directed by Aleksandra Snezhko-Blotskaya, offers a visually arresting and emotionally resonant retelling of the ancient Greek myth through the lens of

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Greek Mythology Movies

Diao Si Gui, the Hanging ghost from China in a dark eerie forest

Diao Si Gui : The Hanging Ghost of Chinese Folklore

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746164959619{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Chinese Mythology Classification Ghosts Family Members N/A Region China Associated With Hypnosis, Illusions [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Diao Si Gui Introduction In the bustling lanes of Chinese folklore, amidst tales of dragons and divine warriors, lurks a spirit

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Asian Asian Ghosts Chinese Chinese Ghosts East Asian East Asian Ghosts Ghosts Illusion Magic

Knockma Hill : The Fairy Kingdom

Mythical Travel Destinations

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746084893503{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Mythology Celtic Mythology Country Ireland Closest airport Ireland West Airport Knock Type Natural Accessibility 09/10 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Tucked away in the rolling countryside of County Galway, Knockma Hill rises like a sentinel of Ireland’s mystical past. Known in Irish as Cnoc Meadha, meaning “Hill

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Celtic Mythology Travel

Gatui : The Gruesome Trickster

Philippine Hybrids

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746077850203{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Philippine Mythology Classification Hybrids Family Members N/A Region Philippines Associated With Trickster, Soul Eater [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Gatui Introduction The Philippines is a country rich in myth and mystery, where every region holds its own treasure trove

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Mutya ng Saging : The Full Moon Jewel

Mythical Weapons

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746079707196{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Mythology Philippine Mythology Type Carried Power 7/10 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Mutya ng Saging Introduction In the colorful world of Filipino folklore, the Mutya ng Saging holds a special place. Literally translated as “amulet of the banana,” this mystical object is said to be

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Philippine Mythology Weapons

Ganymede : The Handsome Cupbearer

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1746076503140{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Greek Mythology Classification Mortals Family Members King Tros (Father), Queen Callirrhoe (Mother) Region Greece Associated With Beauty [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Ganymede Introduction Ganymede stands out in Greek mythology as a symbol of beauty, transformation, and divine favor.

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Pasatsat : The Reed Wrapped One

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Description Origin Philippines Classification Ghost Demeanour Evil Habitat Graveyard Status Not Proved [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="33034" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_shadow_border"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Filipino mythology is a vivid tapestry woven with tales of spirits, monsters, and ethereal beings rooted in both history and superstition. Among these, the Pasatsat stands out as a spectral figure that haunts not just places, but

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Ganga : The Sacred River

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1745910010237{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Indian Mythology Classification Gods Family Members N/A Region Himavat (Father) Associated With River, Purification [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Ganga Introduction Ganga is not just a river; she is a living embodiment of spirituality, purity, and divine compassion in

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Asian Asian Gods Gods Indian Indian Gods South Asian South Asian Gods

Obon : Festival of the Dead

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1745824846521{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Location Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo Country Japan Dedicated To Ancestors Duration 3 days Time of Year August [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Obon, also known simply as the Obon Festival, is one of Japan’s most heartfelt and spiritually significant traditions. Observed each year, Obon honors the spirits of

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Festivals Japanese Mythology

Arensnuphis : God of Companionship

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1745795290236{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Nubian Mythology Classification Gods Family Members N/A Region Sudan, Egypt Associated With Protection, Companionship [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Arensnuphis Introduction Arensnuphis is a fascinating deity from the Kingdom of Kush, an ancient civilization located in what is now

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Joanna Gardner

Mythical Experts

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Joanna Gardner, PhD, stands out as a leading voice in the world of mythology and magical realism. A passionate writer, mythologist, and educator, she weaves deep scholarly knowledge with a storyteller’s heart. Through her work, Gardner invites modern audiences to rediscover the transformative magic

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The Myth of Buyan Island: Russia’s Mysterious Floating Land

[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1676980505849{padding-top: 30px !important;}"][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Russian mythology, rich with folklore, fantasy, and spiritual depth, introduces many mysterious places that straddle the border between reality and legend. Among these, Buyan Island stands out as one of the most fascinating and elusive. A mystical land that appears and

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Tiyanak (1988)

Mythical Movies

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Description Country of Origin Philippines Language Tagalog Genre Horror Cast Janice de Belen, Lotlot de Leon, Ramon Christopher, Mary Walter, Chuckie Dreyfus Directed by Peque Gallaga, Lorenzo A. Reyes [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="33005" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_shadow_3d"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes’ Tiyanak (1988) stands as one of the most culturally significant horror films in Philippine cinema.

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Movies Philippine Mythology

5 Unexplained Mysteries from Ancient India

[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1676980505849{padding-top: 30px !important;}"][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Ancient India is a land where mythology and mystery are deeply entwined. From celestial beings to divine constructions, Indian mythology offers countless accounts that transcend human understanding. These legends are not just stories; they are echoes of a time when the

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Blogs Indian Mythology

Chavín de Huántar : The Ceremonial Altar

Mythical Travel Destinations

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1745561673322{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Mythology South American Mythology Country Peru Closest airport Huaraz Airport (ATA) Type Constructed Accessibility 08/10 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction High in the Peruvian Andes lies Chavín de Huántar, a captivating archaeological site that continues to intrigue historians, archaeologists, and spiritual seekers alike. Once a ceremonial hub

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South American Mythology Travel

Mngwa : The Giant Feline

Swahili Animals

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1745560318576{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Swahili Mythology Classification Animals Family Members N/A Region Tanzania Associated With Invisibility, Stealth [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Mngwa Introduction Deep within the coastal jungles of Tanzania, whispers of a shadowy predator have echoed through the generations. Known as

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African African Animals Animals East African East African Animals Swahili Swahili Animals

Varunastra : The Fluid Weapon

Mythical Weapons

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1721640792700{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Mythology Indian Mythology Type Invoked Power 9/10 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Varunastra Introduction Indian mythology brims with epic tales, mystical beings, and divine weaponry that symbolize more than mere tools of war—they reflect cosmic forces and spiritual truths. Among these mythical weapons, Varunastra stands

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Indian Mythology Weapons

Acolnahuacatl : The Afterlife Guide

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1762502480249{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Aztec Mythology Classification Gods Family Members N/A Region Mexico Associated With Mictlan, Afterlife, Death [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Acolnahuacatl Introduction Acolnahuacatl, sometimes known by the name Acolmiztli, stands as a powerful figure within the Aztec pantheon, closely linked

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American American Gods Aztec Aztec Gods Gods Mesoamerican Mesoamerican Gods

Okiku Doll : Hair Growing Mystery

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Description Origin Japan Classification Artefact Demeanour Neutral Habitat Temple Status Not Proved [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="32964" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_shadow_border"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction The Okiku Doll stands as one of Japan’s most haunting and enigmatic legends, drawing in believers, skeptics, and the curious alike. Its tale weaves a chilling narrative of sorrow, remembrance, and the unexplainable. Allegedly inhabited by the

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Japanese Mythology Urban Legends

Idlirvirissong : The Terrifying Clown

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1761984418549{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Inuit Mythology Classification Spirits Family Members N/A Region Baffin Island and Greenland Associated With Judgement, Afterlife, Death [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Idlirvirissong Introduction Inuit mythology, with its deep roots in storytelling and oral tradition, is rich in spiritual

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American American Spirits Inuit Inuit Spirits Native American Native American Spirits North American North American Spirits Spirits

Odin’s Blot : The Viking Party

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1745306408143{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Location Scandinavia Country Denmark, Finland, Sweden Dedicated To Odin Duration 3 days Time of Year January [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction In the heart of Norse tradition lies a powerful ritual known as Odin’s Blót—a sacred offering to the Allfather. More than a simple sacrifice, this ceremony

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Festivals Norse Mythology

Hymenaios : God of Marriage

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1745321043622{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Greek Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Apollo (Father) Region Greece Associated With Marriage, Weddings [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Hymenaios Introduction In the pantheon of Greek mythology, some gods dominated the skies and seas, while others quietly shaped everyday

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European European Gods Gods Greek Greek Gods Mediterranean Mediterranean Gods

Dr. Rosalind Hackett

Mythical Experts

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Dr. Rosalind I. J. Hackett has long been a leading voice in religious studies, especially when it comes to the complex spiritual landscapes of Africa. Over the course of her distinguished academic career, she’s become known for her deep curiosity, intellectual rigor, and commitment

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African Mythology Experts

Hypnos : God of Sleep

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1745322922518{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Greek Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Nyx (Mother), Erebus (Father), Thanatos (Brother) Region Greece Associated With Sleep [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Hypnos Introduction In the world of ancient Greek mythology, Hypnos stands as a quiet but powerful figure—the

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European European Gods Gods Greek Greek Gods Mediterranean Mediterranean Gods

Madayen (2016)

Mythical Movies

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Description Country of Origin Saudi Arabia Language Arabic Genre Horror Cast Hakeem Jomah, Abdullah Kurashi, Nadia Malaika, Khaled Yeslam Directed by Ayman Tamano [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="32910" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_shadow_3d"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Madayen, a 2016 Indian film directed by Faheem Muhammed, stands out as a haunting exploration of Islamic folklore and the mysterious world of jinns. Set in

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Arabian Mythology Movies

Aboriginal Art and the Sacred Symbols of Mythology

[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1676980505849{padding-top: 30px !important;}"][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Australia’s vast landscapes are home to one of the oldest continuous cultures in the world—Aboriginal culture. For tens of thousands of years, Aboriginal peoples have used rock surfaces as canvases to express their spiritual beliefs, record their histories, and pass down

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Aboriginal Mythology Blogs

The Labyrinth of Knossos : The Ultimate Maze

Mythical Travel Destinations

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1745047220755{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Mythology Greek Mythology Country Greece Closest airport Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis" (HER) Type Constructed Accessibility 10/10 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Introduction Tucked away just outside Heraklion, the capital of Crete, the Labyrinth of Knossos is a place where ancient history and mythology blend seamlessly. As the

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Greek Mythology Travel

Griots: The Keepers of African Mythology and Oral Tradition

[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1676980505849{padding-top: 30px !important;}"][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] In the vast and diverse landscapes of Africa, stories are not just tales of imagination — they are the heartbeat of culture, history, and identity. At the center of this storytelling tradition stands the griot — a revered figure who embodies

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African Mythology Blogs