2024 Author: Steven Freeman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 08:15
The celebration of the Day of the Dead and the Day of All Souls is one of the most popular traditions in Latin American countries, which also coincide with Halloween celebrations in the United States.
Taking advantage of the arrival of this somewhat terrifying time, we review some of the legends that most cause chills in Spanish-speaking countries. Although without a doubt one of the most recognized images during these celebrations is that of the Calavera Catrina, in reality this skeleton image was born as an artistic expression with the intention of satirizing death.
Here we tell you the true stories that have made generations die of fear. Which of these stories is your favorite?
La llorona
The history of La Llorona has brought nightmares to several generations of children throughout Latin America. Legend has it that this unfortunate woman decided to kill her two children, drowning them in a river, as revenge towards her husband for leaving her for a younger lady. Realizing her terrible actions, she decides to commit suicide, but the gates of paradise are closed to her until she finds the lost souls of her two young children. Since then her spirit has been heard wandering crying and looking for her offspring at night, scaring away all those who cross her path.
The big hat
This legendary character of short stature and who wears a large black hat, always has a guitar with him and when he meets a beautiful young woman he follows her home to serenade her, in addition to robbing her of sleep and taking away her appetite. It is said to be seen on full moon nights.
La Sayona
Beware unfaithful men because La Sayona could teach you a lesson! The popular Venezuelan legend tells that a beautiful young woman decided to take the life of her partner and her son, setting her house on fire, after rumors of an infidelity of her husband with her own mother reached her ears. He also decides to take revenge on his mother by murdering her. Before she dies, her mother curses her. Since then La Sayona has come to all women victims of infidelity, blinding the lives of their dishonest partners.
The coconut
This peculiar legend tells the story of the character whose objective of existence is to kidnap and eat children who ignore their parents. Some refer to El Coco as the opposition of the Guardian or Guardian Angel, always waiting for the right moment to take the little ones on a journey with no return. It is also known as El Cuco, El Coca, El Cuca or El Cucuy.
The Hairy Hand
A serene night of sleep is the perfect setting for The Hairy Hand to make an appearance. Legend has it that this chilling character, also known as La Mano Pachona, La Mano del Diablo or La Mano Negra, seeks revenge for his death and does it by pulling people's feet when they are sleeping. The hand is said to have belonged to a man who was cruelly murdered and torn to pieces before being buried during the time of the inquisition.
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