Mythology

This town named for the ancient God of War is home to fewer than a thousand people, but it's the birthplace of the Greek Revolution.

This ancient Hindu temple is covered in thousands of colorful statues and has a long mythological history.

Legends of time travel and magical woodland creatures bolster the natural charm of this verdant sanctuary in the midst of Moscow.

This encrypted monolith protected a secret of Norse mythology by hiding in a church wall for over a millennium.

Each year this Japanese temple overflows with scowling, bearded good luck talismans.

This neon lit Georgian cave claims to hold the boulder Prometheus was chained to.

This tiny little pool is said to be home to a malicious mermaid named Jenny Greenteeth.

A flower grows on this giant stone that is said be able to control minds.

This miniature take on the Kremlin is one Dutch man's retirement project.

One of the most scenic falls in Massachusetts has a history of death and grim legend.

In ancient times, these fallen standing stones supported a massive house.

This North Korean pegasus statue was built as a symbol of the speed and perseverance of North Korean workers.

Housed in an old church, this hunting museum holds a collection of mythical bird-rabbit creatures.

A small storefront museum explores the history and myth of West Virginia's famous urban legend.