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1) The legend of the Kumul (national bird): The Kumul is the national bird of Papua New Guinea and is said to be the guardian spirit of the country and its people. According to legend, the Kumul was created by the gods to protect the people of Papua New Guinea from evil spirits and it is said to bring good luck and prosperity to those who see it.
2) The legend of the Tam Tam drums: The Tam Tam drums are traditional drums used in Papua New Guinea and are said to have magical powers. According to legend, the Tam Tam drums were created by the gods to communicate with the people of Papua New Guinea and they are used to call the people to meetings, ceremonies and other important events.
3) The legend of the Sepik River: The Sepik River is one of the largest rivers in Papua New Guinea and is home to many myths and legends. According to one legend, the Sepik River was created by a giant snake who was so long that it could reach from one end of the country to the other and according to another legend the Sepik River is the home of a giant crocodile who is said to be the guardian spirit of the river and its people.
4) The legend of the Huli Wigmen: The Huli Wigmen are a tribe of people in Papua New Guinea who are known for their elaborate headdresses made from human hair. According to legend, the Huli Wigmen were created by a god who gave them the gift of hair to make them stand out from other tribes and according to another legend the Huli Wigmen are descended from a giant bird who landed on the earth and laid eggs that hatched into the first Huli people.
5) The legend of the Asaro Mudmen: The Asaro Mudmen are a tribe of people in Papua New Guinea who are known for their ceremonial mud fights. According to legend, the Asaro Mudmen were created by a god who gave them the gift of mud to protect them from their enemies and according to another legend the Asaro Mudmen are descended from a group of warriors who were turned into mud by a magic spell.