History's Greatest Mysteries: Folklore

Explore Ponce de Leon's quest to find the "waters of immortality" in the early 16th century. Examine the origins of the mythology that led medieval Spaniards to believe that magical waters could be found in India.

Head deep into the Venezuela wilderness where there have been sightings of the huge man-eating snake, the anaconda. Could a human become their next victim?

Vampire legends have two things in common: drinking blood and returning from the dead. From the Bible and ancient Mesopotamia to blood drinking societies in New York, get the truth behind this historic legend.

Between 1764 and 1767, a mysterious beast attacked and killed 102 villagers in Gevaudan. Follow a veteran criminal profiler and renowned cryptozoologist as they investigate the legend of the notorious Wolfman.

The Abominable Snowman is among the most frightening and notorious monsters. This ferocious nocturnal creature is said to attack people and slaughter animals. Ascend the snowy peaks where the beast was spotted.

The New Testament's Book of Revelations foretells the coming of the Four Horsemen of the apocalypse, heralding the end of days. Do current events confirm its predictions?