Mythology, History, and Interesting Facts
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
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
The Ijiraq, also known as the Ijiraat, are scary creatures in Inuit mythology that have the ability to change their shape and deceive people in order to do mischievous and nasty things. But what exactly are they? What do they look like? And in which Inuit folktales do they appear? Read on to learn all … Read more
Mother Shipton is a legendary soothsayer in England mythology who was said to hail from Knaresborough, Yorkshire. The witch, who many folk tales describe as being hideously ugly, is still a common feature of folk tales in North Yorkshire, and much of Knaresborough’s tourism is centred around her. But who exactly is Mother Shipton? Where … Read more
Judaism has a rich body of fantastic myths and stories that tell of all kinds of mythical beasts. One such creature is Ziz, a giant griffin-like bird that is comparable to the phoenix from Ancient Greece and the Simurgh from Persian folklore MORE LIKE THIS What is the Oozlum bird? What is Sobek the god … Read more
The crocotta is a mythical creature in Indian mythology that is a dog-wolf hybrid. The beast is said to haunt the rainforests of India and Ethiopia, where it lures humans and dogs to their death. It is an intelligent and cunning creature, and is a prominent feature in many mythological tales throughout time. Read on … Read more