Political intrigue, swoon-worthy romance, fierce heroes, mythical creatures—the books on this list have it all! But most notably, all of these stories were inspired by the legends and folktales that ...

Furthermore, some legends also associate the diamond with the Syamantaka gem, a mythical jewel from Hindu mythology that has its origins linking it to Lord Krishna. While the Koh-i-Noor’s exact ...

According to legend, the site is the resting place of Queen Maeve of Connaught in the Ulster Cycle of Irish mythology, and an iconic Irish mythological warrior (this may help to explain why her ...

They came into conflict with the Assyrians, the Phrygians, and the Lydians, among others. Within Greek mythology, they make an intriguing appearance in a very unexpected location, which has caused ...

Indeed, without going as far back as the legendary she-wolf, Roman mythology is full of female figures who subverted the constraints of patriarchy. Some, like Suso Cecchi d'Amico, the famed co ...

Greek mythology has been widely used in the movie industry in the past, from Clash of the Titans to Troy and more. Yet, it hasn’t been featured in many films in recent years for some reason. This ...

Since Midas allegedly lived at about the time of the Trojan War, this is direct proof that at least some of the legendary figures from that part of Greek mythology were actual people who lived as ...

Now, Norse mythology MMO Odin: Valhalla Rising is preparing to join the global lineup, as Kakao Games confirms its worldwide launch date for April. You won’t have long to wait, then, and you can ...

For Lion Forge CEO and founder Dave Steward II, the series based on Nigerian mythology is a sign that African content is becoming more popular in global streaming. “This is kind of one of the ...

For all its originality, O’Dessa can’t help but get tangled up in its own mythology, dragged down by a romance that never sizzles.

The name “Gigantes” is used to refer to male and female giants in Greek mythology, who were generally depicted as powerful and aggressive figures. While the giantesses are mentioned often in Greek ...