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La Fata Morgana ("The Fairy Morgana") is the Italian name of Morgan le Fay, also known as Morgana and other variants, who was described as a powerful sorceress in Arthurian legend. As her name indicates, the figure of Morgan appears to have been originally a fairy figure rather than a human woman.
Fata Morgana is the Italian name for Morgan le Fay (meaning "Morgan the Fairy"), a sorceress of medieval legends. This sister of the legendary King Arthur is sometimes portrayed as the ruler of the island paradise Avalon and is said to have had a number of magical powers, with which she caused a great deal of trouble.
May 6, 2020 · What Is a Fata Morgana? | Natural Optical Illusions | Viral UFO. Science. UFO? Flying Ship? No—It's Nature's Coolest Optical Phenomenon. Behold the fata morgana. By Caroline Delbert Published:...
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Fata Morgana, mirage that appeared periodically in the Strait of Messina between Italy and Sicily, named in Italian after the legendary enchantress of Arthurian romance, Morgan le Fay. This article was most recently revised and updated by John M. Cunningham.
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Jan 16, 2024 · A Fata Morgana seen from the coast of Queensland, Australia. Fata Morgana most often occurs at sea and there are certain places around the world that seem more prone to these mirages than other places. For instance, Fata Morgana often appears in Antarctica, viewable from the McMurdo Station.
Jan 28, 2015 · The mysterious fata morgana: making people question their sanity since the beginning of time. Louise Murray/Visuals Unlimited/Getty Images. Jesuit priests aren't especially known for their heavy...
Jan 29, 2024 · Fata Morgana is an optical phenomenon that occurs due to the bending of light in the Earth's atmosphere. The atmospheric mirage is characterized by the distortion and elevation of distant objects, such as ships, creating the illusion that they are floating in the air.