The Sacred Baobab of Tsavo
A journey of discovery, preservation, and the profound bond between humanity and nature.
Top Legend Stories on GatherTales
Legends blend historical fact with fictional embellishments, often focusing on heroic figures or extraordinary events. They may celebrate cultural heroes, commemorate historical battles, or explain the origins of places and customs.
The Troll of Mount Esja
A journey of sacrifice, courage, and the ancient secrets of Iceland's Mount Esja.
The Kalinago Moon Dance
A timeless celebration of courage, connection, and the enduring legacy of the Kalinago people.
The Crocodile Spirit of the Cuanza River
A timeless Angolan legend of courage, nature, and redemption.
The Ghost Rider of Los Llanos
A cursed vaquero rides the plains of Venezuela, bound by the land he defied
The Enchanted Pitons
A journey to uncover the truth behind Saint Lucia's enchanted peaks.
The Coquí’s Midnight Serenade
A tale of love and redemption woven into the melodies of Puerto Rico’s enchanted rainforest.
The Black Dog of Asunción
A haunting tale of guilt, secrets, and redemption in the shadowed streets of Asunción.
The Stone Jaguar of El Mirador
Unravel the secrets of El Mirador, where courage meets the price of discovery.
The Golden Crocodile of Zapata Swamp
A shimmering legend comes to life deep within Cuba’s untamed wilderness.
The Lost City of Paititi Warriors
A legendary city, ancient warriors, and a quest that uncovers the wisdom of the ages.
The Witch of the Aletsch Glacier
A tale of ice, magic, and the battle to protect nature’s fragile heart.
The Forest Troll of Värmland
A legend of nature's ancient guardian and the price of disrespect.
The Legend of the Argeș Monastery
A timeless tale of love and sacrifice behind Romania’s legendary monastery.
The Mystery of the Zuiderzee Mermaid
A haunting tale of mystery and compassion from the depths of the Zuiderzee.
Prince Csaba and the Stars of the Sky
A celestial journey of courage and unity in ancient Hungary.
The Fox Maiden of Lapland
A tale of love and sacrifice set against the magical backdrop of Lapland’s ancient forests.
The White Lady of Houska Castle
A tragic tale of love, betrayal, and the haunting secrets of Houska Castle.
The Fairy of Plitvice Lakes
Discover the enchanted tale of a fairy's timeless bond with the Plitvice Lakes.
The Witch of the Untersberg
A haunting tale of mystery, choice, and the secrets of Austria’s legendary mountain.
The Magic Drum of the Bemba
A legendary journey of courage, wisdom, and the power of unity in Zambia
The Tale of Chaminuka
A legendary prophet's journey to protect his people and unite a nation.
Maam Kumba Bang, the River Spirit
A powerful legend of justice, nature, and the enduring spirit of the Senegal River.
The Golden Camel of Fezzan
A journey through the sands of Fezzan in search of courage, wisdom, and a legend as old as the dunes