The Legend of Papa Legba – USA (Original Version) In the vibrant city of New Orleans, where the air is thick with the scent of magnolias and the sound of jazz fills the streets, the spirit of Vodou thrives. At the heart of this mystical tradition is Papa Legba, the wise and benevolent gatekeeper who…
The Legend of the Phaya Naga – Laos (Original Version) In the heart of Southeast Asia, where the mighty Mekong River flows through lush landscapes and fertile lands, there exists a legend of the Phaya Naga—mystical serpent-like beings that dwell in the river’s depths. These creatures are revered by the people of Laos, who regard…
Van Hunks and the Devil – South Africa (Original Version) In the vibrant city of Cape Town, nestled beneath the imposing presence of Table Mountain, there lived an old sea captain by the name of Jan Van Hunks. Van Hunks was a retired pirate, known far and wide for his love of smoking his pipe…
The Story of Sinbad the Sailor – Arabian Nights (Original Version) In the vibrant city of Baghdad, during the rule of the Abbasid Caliphate, there lived a prosperous merchant named Sinbad the Sailor. Known for his adventurous spirit and love of the sea, Sinbad’s life was filled with incredible voyages and daring exploits. The First…
Play this story The Legend of Lilith – Jewish folklore (Original Version) In the ancient texts of Jewish folklore, there is a tale of a woman named Lilith, who is said to be the first wife of Adam, created by God from the same earth and at the same time as Adam. Unlike Eve, who…
Play this story The Tale of Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp – Arabian Nights (Original Version) Once upon a time, in the bustling streets of a faraway city in China, there lived a poor but kind-hearted young man named Aladdin. He lived with his widowed mother in a humble home, barely scraping by to make…
Play this story The Legend of the Taniwha – New Zealand (Original Version) In the lush and verdant land of Aotearoa, where the rivers run clear and the mountains touch the sky, the Māori people have long shared tales of the Taniwha. These legendary creatures are said to dwell in the depths of rivers, lakes,…
In the heart of the Whispering Woods, there was a vibrant village where animals of all shapes and sizes lived harmoniously.
