The Legend of San Juan de la Peña

San Juan de la Peña Spain

Legend has it that a nobleman from Aragón, Juan de Atarés, spent his days in this cave, praying and surviving on what nature provided. One day, he heard footsteps outside the cave. Upon stepping out, he saw a knight dressed in splendid attire. Surprised, the knight asked him why a man of nobility was living … Read more

The Legend of Pyrene

Leyend of the Pyrenees

How the Pyrenees Were Created The legend tells that long ago, Geryon, a three-headed ogre, defeated and killed King Tubal, father of Pyrene. Pyrene, who was in love with Hercules and waiting for him to return from battle, fled to the forests of the plains—home to gods, demigods, and men—to hide from the horrible three-headed … Read more