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1 day ago · Albanian folk beliefs (Albanian: Besimet folklorike shqiptare) and mythological stories comprise the beliefs expressed in the customs, rituals, myths, legends and tales of the Albanian people. The elements of Albanian mythology are of ancient Paleo-Balkanic origin and almost all of them are pagan.
3 days ago · The origin of the Albanians has been the subject of historical, linguistic, archaeological and genetic studies. The first mention of the ethnonym Albanoi occurred in the 2nd century AD by Ptolemy describing an Illyrian tribe who lived around present-day central Albania.
May 23, 2024 · Albania, country in southern Europe, located in the western part of the Balkan Peninsula on the Strait of Otranto, the southern entrance to the Adriatic Sea. The capital city is Tirana ( Tiranë ). Albania. Albanians refer to themselves as shqiptarë —often taken to mean “sons of eagles,” though it may well refer to “those associated ...
3 days ago · Illyrians. Illyrian tribes in the 1st–2nd centuries AD. The Illyrians ( Ancient Greek: Ἰλλυριοί, Illyrioi; Latin: Illyrii) were a group of Indo-European-speaking people who inhabited the western Balkan Peninsula in ancient times. They constituted one of the three main Paleo-Balkan populations, along with the Thracians and Greeks .
May 10, 2024 · Celtic mythology is filled with rich and fascinating stories of gods, heroes, and monsters. It centers around the myths and legends of the ancient Celtic people, who lived in what is now Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and other parts of Europe. These myths often revolve around themes of magic, nature, and the cycle of life.
May 15, 2024 · What does Albanian mythology have to do with the modern Albanian woman, you may ask? Anyone familiar with the legends of this tiny country knows that women play a central, sacrificial role in its mythical foundations.
2 days ago · The Mystery of Rozafa Castle. Rozafa Castle in Shkodra has a fascinating legend associated with it, involving a sacrifice to prevent the castle walls from crumbling. The Unique Bektashi Order. The Bektashi Order, a Sufi Islamic sect, has a significant presence in Albania and is known for its progressive and inclusive ideals.
