Mythical Islands Appear Every 7 Years
The island known as Hy Brazil may not ring a bell when it comes to vacation brochures. It resides in the realm of myth and reality, intriguing some with its existence and baffling others with its elusiveness. Throughout history, both travelers' accounts and ancient Irish legends have mentioned this enigmatic island, often considered the Irish counterpart of Atlantis. Hy Brazil, also known by various other names, derives its most famous name from Prisaw, a prominent figure in Celtic folklore. Maps dating back to 1325 have depicted its location, with one placing it west of Ireland and subsequent charts indicating it to be southwest of Galway Bay.
