# dragons
‘Magic’ Eyeliner, and Other Fascinating Ancient Beliefs and Facts
Ancient Egyptians wore thick eyeliner in the belief that it had magical properties. It did not, but what it did have, unbeknownst to users, was medicinal properties that averted otherwise common pink…
The Dark Origins of Mermaids and Other Mysterious Folk Lore
The lore of mermaids today is greatly influenced by Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid. In that fairy tale, which…
Forgotten Folklore & Legends That Are Downright Bizarre
Folklore from around the world is full of fascinating but lesser known nuggets. Take Saint Nicholas, the key figure upon…
Why Everybody is Obsessed with Dragons and Other Intense Legends from History
The mythology of dragons can be found all over the world. It exists in vastly different cultures widely separated by…
20 Times Game of Thrones “Borrowed” From Real History
When asked about the inspiration behind his internationally successful fantasy epic series A Song of Ice and Fire, author George…
St. George and Beyond: 12 Dragon-Slayers from Around the World
Dragon legends are recorded all over the world, from the seas of Japanese folklore to the icy climes of Northern…