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The Japanese once believed the wind was controlled by a monster named Fūjin. Learn more!
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The ancient Greeks believed the seasons were each ruled by a different goddess. Learn about Xarpo, the lady of Autumn.
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The ancient Greeks believed a hundred-handed monster was behind hurricanes. Learn more!
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Norse mythology had its own explanation for why winter is so dark. Learn more!
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Will-o-the-wisps are spooky floating lights believed to lead unwary travelers to their doom. Learn more!
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Learn what the Algonquin tribes believed was the cause behind the changing colors of fall.
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In ancient China, it was once believed that a dragon controlled the rain.
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The ancient Greeks believed the Sun traveled across the sky in a flaming chariot pulled by four fiery, winged horses. Learn more!
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The Seneca Tribe once believed tornadoes were actually an evil spirit named Dagwanoenyent. Learn more!
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