Tag Archives: Slavic mythology

Dragons – the mythical ancestors of Slavs

Posted on December 20, 2018 by jfkaufmann

Some people believe they could trace their ancestry to Charlemagne; some used to believe they were descendants of dragons. South Slavic heroes, great warriors and sometimes noblemen were thought to be of dragon blood. Dragon (“zmay”) in South Slavic mythology … Continue reading →

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Vila – the eternal mythological adolescent

Posted on December 2, 2018 by jfkaufmann

Probably the most poetic beings in Slavic mythology are the vilas, creatures that lived away from people, in forests or near rivers. Immortal, always young, always females, vilas were known for their beauty, grace and magical powers. River vilas, forest vilas, … Continue reading →

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