Stories of Yore Natalie Sia

Today's story takes us to Sabah, Malaysia. More specifically, to Mount Kinabalu.
A popular climbing destination, Mount Kinabalu is home to an amazing array of wildlife and... you guessed it, folklore.
So join me as we learn about one of the most famous stories behind its name: the Chinese widow. And it all starts with a prince who fell in love with a local village maiden...
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Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay
Music by lvymusic from Pixabay
Music by NaturesEye from Pixabay
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A boy who understands birds. A challenging riddle. And a god who beheaded himself.
Here's the legend behind Thailand's Songkran Festival. Plus, the symbolism of water (which sort of explains the whole water fight fiesta, too!).
I hope you enjoy this episode. And I'd love to hear about your favourite folktale/legend! Tell me all about it via hello [at] nataliesia [dot] com.
Also, Stories of Yore now has a website! Check it out at storiesofyore.com.
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Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay
Music by Keyframe_Audio from Pixabay
Music by SergeQuadrado from Pixabay

The Sisters' Islands in Singapore are known for their beautiful beaches and diverse marine life. But according to this legend, the islands hadn't always been there – and there's a reason why locals named them so...
Join me, Natalie Sia, as we explore the tragic tale behind the Sisters' Islands.
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Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay
Music by The_Mountain from Pixabay
Music by StudioKolomna from Pixabay

Beautiful beaches. Stunning landscapes.
White blood. And a curse for seven generations.
Today's story takes us to Pulau Langkawi in Malaysia, and we learn about Mahsuri – the beautiful young woman behind the island's legendary curse.
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Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay
Music by PatrizioYoga from Pixabay
Music by FreeGroove from Pixabay
Music by SergeQuadrado from Pixabay

Gong Xi Fa Cai! It's Chinese New Year in January 2023 – so let's dive straight in to the traditions and legends of the festival.
The three folktales explored in this episode:
The legend of Monster Nian
The story behind Bai Ti Gong
The story behind red packets
Credits:
Music by Music by SergeQuadrado from Pixabay
Music by M-Dewala from Pixabay
Music by kaazoom from Pixabay.

In today's episode, we learn about the Mid Autumn Festival and one of the most enduring folktales associated with it: the legend of the Moon Goddess, Chang Er.
Credits:
Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay
Music by NourishedByMusic from Pixabay