Fascinating legends (mythical stories) abound in these islands and the passing from one generation to the next, by word of mouth, of tradition and history, is very much a part of the Fa’a Samoa. For many centuries, countless legends have attempted to explain the origin and history of villages, districts, Matai titles, natural features of the landscape and other aspects of the Samoan culture. During a visit to a village, sit down with a Matai and be captivated as he or she explains some local legends.