The Blood Oath Rites of the Scythians and Huns

The blood oath is a ritual, usually between two men, that provides a symbolic sense of attachment and eternal friendship. Blood oath rituals, common among nomadic peoples in ancient times, were also practiced in settled societies over time. Those who practice the blood oath

The Scariest Creatures in Anatolian Folklore

Mythological entities, which are a part of Anatolian folk culture, are indispensable elements of both fairy tales and folk literature. Anatolian folklore is very colorful as its roots go back to Old Turkish, Caucasian, Greek and Persian cultures. For this reason, there are many

Artifacts and Museums in Ukraine in Danger due to War

Cultural heritage assets, historical sites, museums, monuments and artifacts are at risk of damage and theft in Russia-occupied Ukraine. The Russian occupation, which started on February 24, 2022 and is still continuing, also damages the art and cultural heritage in Ukraine. The recent evaluation

Molybdomancy: A New Year’s Eve Tradition

Even though it coincides with different dates in different cultures, New Year’s Eve celebrations are the common heritage of almost all humanity. So much so that over time, many superstitions and interesting traditions have emerged about New Year’s Eve. Although eating grapes, drinking champagne,