Ancient underground cities are fascinating historical and archaeological discoveries found in various parts of the world. These cities were typically carved out of solid rock or constructed underground to provide shelter, protection, and refuge to their inhabitants. They often served as defensive structures, hiding places during times of war, or places of habitation during harsh …
Sigyn is a well-known figure in Norse mythology. She is a goddess associated with loyalty, devotion, and compassion and the wife of one of the most mischievous Norse gods – Loki. Who is Sigyn? Sigyn is a Norse Goddess, the wife of the trickster god Loki. Her name means ‘friend of victory,’ or ‘giver.’ She …
Nestled between the rolling hills and vibrant green landscapes of modern-day Scotland lies the whisper of an ancient boundary, the Antonine Wall. This relic of Roman ambition once stretched boldly across the narrow neck of land between the Firth of Forth and the Firth of Clyde, a testament to the reach and power of one …
The Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, originated in ancient Mesoamerican cultures and the festivities that honored the Aztec god Mictlantecuthli. These festivities took place during the whole ninth month of the Aztec calendar. However, Dia de los Muertos or something very similar was already celebrated by many Indigenous people that were …
The origin of break a leg has to do with jinxing bad luck. The idea is that bad luck will not occur simply because you said it would occur. In the same vein, if you wish someone good luck, you will only have bad luck. The phrase has made its rounds through all performance arts …
The origins of Christmas can be traced back to the ancient Roman and Norse civilizations. In fact, 25th December was not even Jesus’ date of birth. The early Christians appropriated what was originally a pagan holiday because it was convenient. Before that, the people of ancient Europe had celebrations of the pagan god Saturn or …