Making appearances in more stories than I can count, with no geographical boundaries, there are so many to see.
Tag: portuguese legends
The story of the almond trees in Algarve
Once upon a time, during the Islamic Period in the Iberian Peninsula, there was a king named Ibn-Almundim. He ruled over what is now called the city…… Read more “The story of the almond trees in Algarve”
Gambuzinos
Heard of throughout the entire country. Children look after them and then tell the tale to their own children.
The Witch and the two Thieves
A string of robberies had been plaguing the region, and they were to blame. The two thieves were effective and clever, always getting the better out of…… Read more “The Witch and the two Thieves”
Velho do Saco
Translated literally, he is the ‘’Old Man of the Bag’’
When Spells Go Wrong
During a calm night, a peasant couple slept in their house, one that was much like the others in their small village. It was made of stone…… Read more “When Spells Go Wrong”
The Lady with Goat Feet
Once upon a time, there was a lord. There isn’t anything much you need to know about him. One day, this lord was separated from his companions…… Read more “The Lady with Goat Feet”
Caretos
Do you hear the bells on their belts?
The Seventh Child
Seven can be a blessed number in Christianity, but when it comes to children in Portuguese folklore, it’s only a bad sigh.
Maria Gancha
Roughly translated to “Mary Hook”, she’s a character known in the north of Portugal, in the region of Minho.