Avalon (mythology)

Avalon is a mythical place in Arthurian legend. It is the home of the Lady of the Lake. King Arthur got his famous sword called Excalibur at Avalon. Avalon is also called the Isle of Apples or the Isle of Glass. The island is said to have healing powers according to Arthurian authors. it is also to be the home of magic. according to the legends. After Arthur's death his body was put in a boat by Bedivere and it drifted to Avalon, where Arthur could be revived to, one day, return to rule over Britain once again.