![]() ![]() The Moon-Eyed People are said to have experienced a lot of violence in their time in the Appalachian region. The Chief told him that the wall was first built by “the white men from across the great water. When visiting the area in the early 1800s, Tennessee governor John Sevier spoke with Cherokee Chief Ocotosota about the wall. There are ruins of an 850-foot-long stone wall there that was said to have been constructed by them circa 400-500 CE. Located just north of Ellijay GA, Fort Mountain State Park has long been associated with the Moon-Eyed People. READ MORE: Exploring the Dark History of the New Echota Historic Site in Calhoun GA Mysterious Stone Wall at Fort Mountain State Park, photo by Bret Love & Mary Gabbett Fort Mountain State Park The pale-skinned people ultimately fled west into the Smoky Mountains, never to be seen again. ![]() The Creek waited until the full moon (when the Moon-Eyed folk would be at their weakest) to attack, and drove them from their caves. Some stories also suggest that they built small huts made of logs and wood that were low to the ground.Īccording to legend, the Creek tribe came up from the South and invaded the territory of the Moon-Eyed People, which extended from the Little Tennessee River north to Kentucky, with stone fortifications along the borders. They built caves underground to escape the light. This is how they got the name “moon-eyed,” even though the light from the full moon was reportedly enough to make them flee underground. Some historians believe that the Moon-Eyed people were simply early European settlers, but the stories of them date back to the time before the first pilgrims began to arrive.Īccording to ancient stories of the Cherokee people, their blue eyes were so sensitive to the sun that they were forced to be nocturnal, only coming out at night. Legend describes them as a separate race of people, rather than the supernatural beings that are fairly common in Cherokee mythology. They were said to be short, with small round bodies. The Native American story of the Moon-Eyed people describes a race of pale-skinned humanoids with bearded faces and large blue eyes. READ MORE: 50 Fascinating Facts About Cherokee Culture & History Moon-Eyed People Legends, photo by TranceMist is licensed under CC BY 2.0 The Legend of the Moon-Eyed People Local landmarks such as Fort Mountain State Park (near Ellijay GA) and the Hiwassee River (whose headwaters are in Hiawassee GA) may help provide some insight into this unusual Cherokee legend. ![]() But the true origins of the Moon-Eyed people remains a matter of debate to this day. Stories about this mysterious race of pale people with blue eyes originated in parts of Tennessee, Georgia, and North Carolina. One of the most popular tales in Cherokee folklore is the story of the Moon-Eyed people of the southern Appalachian Mountains. Many Cherokee stories describe supernatural animals who have helped to create the world we know today. Many of the supernatural beings in Cherokee legends mingle with humans, or even part human. The mountains offer a glimpse into their unique world, which is full of mythological stories and supernatural beings. When we explore the Blue Ridge Mountains, we’re lucky enough to get a chance to experience the rich culture of the Cherokee Indians. ![]()
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