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Unsubstantiated legends claim that the original form of the Hope Diamond was stolen from an eye of a sculpted statue of the goddess Sita, the wife of Rama, the seventh Avatar of Vishnu. Flaming pearl (also Wish-granting pearl), oriental dragons are shown with a flaming pearl under their chin or in their claws. The pearl is associated with ...
This is a list of urban legends. An urban legend, myth, or tale is a modern genre of folklore. It often consists of fictional stories associated with the macabre, superstitions, ghosts, demons, cryptids, extraterrestrials, creepypasta, and other fear generating narrative elements. Urban legends are often rooted in local history and popular culture
Brazen head (Medieval legends) – living head of brass purported to be able to answer any question given to it; Doll Woman- (Lenape) lifelike doll spirit. Must stay properly appeased, or will cause mischief in the home. Frankenstein's monster; Galatea – ivory statue carved by Pygmalion; Gingerbread man – from German folk tales
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There are countless sites to see when traveling -- some are historical, others have become pop culture phenomena, and others, still, are filled with myths. The 5 biggest travel myths and legends ...
A sacred stone, the "father to all stones", the navel of the earth, containing sacred letters and endowed with healing properties in East Slavic legends. Alomkik: A place accessible to the Abenaki peoples' mythological protector Pamola, where he holds those who trespass on Maine's Mount Katahdin. Altjira
The Denver International Airport in Colorado has caught the attention of many visitors for its unusual art, history and size, sparking travelers to discuss myths and legends.