Hy-Brasil is a mysterious island that appeared on maps from 1325 to the 1800s. In Irish legend, it is believed that it is covered in clouds and is only visible on a single day every 7 years.

On most maps, the island is located 321 km (about 200 miles) off the west coast of Ireland in the Arctic Ocean.

Expeditions in search of Hy-Brasil

The island of Hy-Brasil has many different names, it can be Bracile or Illa de brasil.

Historically, there have been many expeditions to find this strange island.

However, in 1497, a Spanish diplomat named Pedro de Ayala reported to the Spanish king that someone had discovered this island.

Also according to Captain John Nisbet, his sailors met a wise old man who gave them gold and silver.

In the following years, efforts to find Hy-Brasil failed, and people gradually removed the island from maps.

Legend of the island of Hy-Brasil

There are many legends and myths surrounding Hy-Brasil.

In the famous UFO encounter, commonly known as the Rendlesham Forest incident, a strange craft was said to have landed outside an American military base and soldier Jim Penniston claimed to have touched the craft.

Although today there are no maps that recognize Hy-Brasil as a real place, there are still many mysteries surrounding it that people will probably still have to debate for a long time.