Mythology, History, and Interesting Facts
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The Taraxippus is one of the more obscure creatures in Greek mythology. It is a ghostly creature that was believed to haunt equine species and was the cause of many an upended horse-back soldier in ancient Greece. But what exactly is a Taraxippus? What does it look like, and where do they come from? Read … Read more
Circe is a minor goddess and very powerful enchantress in Greek mythology. She is the daughter of the sun god Helios and the ocean-nymph Perse. Circe is present in many Greek legends, but perhaps her most widely-known appearance in Greek mythology is her encounter with Odysseus in Homer’s Odyssey. But how does Circe help Odysseus? … Read more
Of all the monstrous mythical creatures in Greek mythology, the Minotaur is one of the most well-known. The beast, which lived within a labyrinth on Crete, met its downfall when it came up against a powerful Greek hero. But which hero killed Minotaur? Read on to learn all about it. MORE LIKE THIS: What are … Read more
Of the many Yōkai in Japanese mythology, Jorōgumo is one of the most famous of them all. This mythical creature is typically depicted as a large spider monster that can shapeshift into the form of an enchanting woman. But what exactly is Jorōgumo? Read on to find out all about it. MORE LIKE THIS: What … Read more
Everyone wants to believe that fairies are real, and for a short time in West Yorkshire, in a village called Cottingley, photographs seemed to suggest that two young cousins had photographed their existence in the early 1900s. The Cottingley Fairies garnered wide public interest in the United Kingdom, and even instigated a response from the … Read more
There are many mischievous creatures in Greek mythology, some were outright evil while others were depicted in a more tame manner. A Kobalos is one that falls in the former category. The Kobaloi are sprites (supernatural entities) that were prevalent in many Greek legends, often being found in the company of Dionysus. Read to find … Read more
Everyone has heard of the great underwater metropolis of Atlantis in Greek mythology, but to the people of North Yorkshire, there may be a mystical underwater city closer to home. The Semerwater myth tells the story of a prosperous city found at the bottom of the large lake. But how did the story begin? What … Read more
Artemis was a much revered goddess in ancient Greek times, and she represented many different things. From childbirth and chastity, to hunting and wild animals, Artemis’ influence over ancient Greek inhabitants was far-reaching. The twin of Artemis was also a highly influential and revered figure in ancient Greece. But who exactly was the twin of … Read more
Tsuchigumo is part of a class of supernatural entities in Japanese mythology known as Yōkai. Tsuchigumo is a large spider-like creature and is one of the best known of the Yōkai in the whole of Japanese folklore. But what exactly is Tsuchigumo? What are its origins? And where does it live? Read on to learn … Read more
According to Slavic mythology, the Alkonost is a mythical creature with the body of the bird and the head of a woman. It is believed to be a beautiful creature who can entice people with its charming voice and appearance. In this article we delve deeper into the mythical Slavic bird, discussing where the myth … Read more