Originally, Krampus was a purely pagan creation, said to be the son of Hel from Norse mythology. But he got grafted onto Christian tradition as a sidekick of St. Nicholas, similar to figures like ...
World map based on description by Herodotus, showing the mysterious land of Hyperborea, mentioned in Greek mythology. Credit: Public domain Hyperborea is a mysterious land in Greek mythology. Its ...
In an age where information is just a click away, it’s surprising how many misconceptions still hold sway in our collective minds. These myths passed down through generations, continue to shape our ...
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Here we take a closer look at the rich mythology of auroras, from ancestral spirits to indicators of impending doom, and also set out to debunk some common misconceptions. Many cultures attribute ...