Simurgh

bird · Azerbaijan · Caucasus

Simurgh is a colossal benevolent bird in Azerbaijani, Persian and Turkic folklore, keeper of ancient wisdom and healing power. Nesting on mythical Mount Qaf, it rescues heroes trapped in deep pits and remote mountains, carrying them to safety and imparting wisdom; its feathers have miraculous healing properties, and it stands in eternal opposition to dark forces such as the Divs.

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