La Llorona
A ghostly figure known as 'The Weeping Woman' who is said to haunt rivers and lakes, mourning her drowned children.
- Region
- Mexico
- Country
- Mexico
- Category
- Folklore
- Continent
- North America
The report
La Llorona, or 'The Weeping Woman,' is a legendary figure in Mexican folklore. According to the myth, she drowned her children in a fit of rage and now roams the earth, crying and searching for them. La Llorona is often seen near bodies of water, and her wails are said to warn of impending misfortune or death. The story has been passed down through generations and has various regional interpretations.
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