a traditional story that explains a culture’s history and beliefs
In Greece, there was a myth about a woman who had snakes for hair.
Ancient cultures passed down myths to explain natural phenomena and human existence.
The creation myth of the indigenous people recounted the origins of the land and its inhabitants.
Myths often feature gods, heroes, and fantastical creatures, weaving together morality tales.
The myth of Atlantis, a lost civilization, has captured the imagination of explorers and scholars.