Kashima Reiko: The Legless Teke Teke Spirit of Japan
Japan is said to be home to a terrifying vengeful spirit sometimes known as the Teke Teke. But reader beware; according to legend, three days after learning about this vengeful spirit, she’ll come for you.
The Lumberjack Ghost at the Dungarvon River, Canada
In the 19th century, those arriving in Canada looking for a new home were often sent to work in logging camps where they could live and work. According to legends one of these men became one of Canada’s longest-enduring ghost stories.
5 Haunted Bridges Around The World
We’ve covered several haunted bridges in the past but with so many bridges around the world, it’s not surprising that many others are considered haunted. Here are 5 other haunted bridges from around the world:
El Silbón: Whistling Man of Venezuela and Columbia
Legends say a whistling man known as El Silbon haunts the grassland plains of Venezuela and Columbia at night in search of more victims. If he catches you, he’ll add your bones to the pile he carries for all eternity.
The Murder of Ruth Osborne - The Witch of Tring, England
In 1751 a mob led by Thomas Colley went on the hunt for The Witch of Tring ending with the murder of Ruth Osborne. But who was Ruth Osborne and how did this act spawn the legend of The Black Dog of Tring
Black Angel of Death Statue at Oakland Cemetery, Iowa
At the Oakland Cemetery in Iowa City, Iowa you’ll find an 8-and-a-half-foot tall angel towering over a grave. But according to the legends this statue is responsible for several deaths.
La Pascualita: Corpse Bride of Chihuahua, Mexico
If you believe the legends, for over 80 years in Chihuahua, Mexico there has been a mannequin known as La Pascualita that may actually be the embalmed daughter of the store's original owner.
The Legend of Gore Orphanage Road, Vermillion, Ohio
If you take a trip to Lorain County, Ohio you might come upon a road where the ghostly cries of children echo among the trees. According to legend, these children were victims of a crazed man, giving the nearby road the name Gore Orphanage Road. But, did the legend actually happen?
The Black Dog of Moeraki, Otago, New Zealand
The indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand known as the Māori had their own culture, language, social class system, and superstitions. One of the more prevailing superstitions was that of the black dog often considered to be a terrible omen.
The Headless Nun of French Fort Cove, New Brunswick, Canada
In the 18th century, wars between the British and French for land in Canada created a tragic tale of a headless nun who still haunts the area today.
The Haunted Wedding Dress at the Baker Mansion, PA
In Altoona, PA the Baker Mansion is said to be haunted by the spirits of its previous owners including one haunting an infamous dress but how much of the legend, and those surrounding the other spirits, actually happened?
The Black Dog of Newgate Prison, London, England
In the late 16th century, a book written by a prisoner at Newgate Prison in London, England told of a legend concerning a terrifying Black Dog hunting down inmates but did the story actually happen?
The Cursed Story of Gloomy Sunday
Music can cause you to feel all types of different emotions, it can motivate you, make you happy, and depress you. But if you believe the legends there’s a song, “Gloomy Sunday”, that is responsible for making hundreds take their own lives.
The Haunted Skull at Chilton Cantelo, Somerset, England
At the Higher Chilton Farmhouse in Somerset, England, you’ll find a skull on display missing its lower jaw but otherwise completely intact and harmless. That is, until you try to move the skull which calls upon its ghostly owner from the grave
The Kludde: The Demon Dog of Belgium
The Kludde is a large demonic shapeshifter that is said to hunt lonely travelers along the dark back roads of Belgium but just how did this legend start and was a witch really responsible?
The Green Lady of Caerphilly Castle, Wales
According to legend, the ghost of Alice de Lusignan haunts the halls of Caerphilly castle as the green lady. But did the legend of her tragic death actually happen?
The Bloody Bridge in St. Marys, Ohio
Along Route 66 in St. Marys, Ohio, there is a bridge known as the Bloody Bridge. And, if you visit it after sundown, you might bump into the headless man whose story helped create the legend.
5 Vampire Myths from Around the World
Myths and legends of vampires or similar beings go back hundreds and even thousands of years, so It’s no surprise that many cultures have their own version. Here’s 5:
The Curse of the Swansea Devil Statue in Swansea, Wales
In the mid-20th century, St. Mary’s church burned down in Swansea, Wales to everyone’s surprise except for those who heard the story of the Swansea Devil.
The Cursed Basano Vase of Italy
In the 15th century a bride in Italy received an unimpressive silver vase as a gift. Later she was dead and the curse of the Basano Vase was born.