Tucked away along the South Trunk Road between La Romaine and Oropouche in southern Trinidad, Mosquito Creek may appear as just another coastal roadway. But to locals, and increasingly curious international visitors, it holds a darker, more mysterious reputation. Associated with ghost stories, paranormal sightings, and spiritual phenomena, Mosquito Creek …
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The moko jumbie is a celebrated figure in Caribbean folklore, often seen towering above festival crowds on long, stilted legs. Known widely across the islands, especially in Trinidad and Tobago, the moko jumbie is a spiritual character traditionally believed to ward off evil spirits and provide protection for communities. This …
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The silk cotton tree, also known as Ceiba pentandra, has a mystical presence throughout the Caribbean. From Trinidad and Tobago to Jamaica and beyond, this towering tree is not just a natural marvel but also a powerful figure in regional folklore, believed to harbour spirits and ancestral memories. Known by …
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The Caribbean nights whisper tales of fantastical creatures, and among the most chilling is the lagahoo or lugarhoo in Trinidad and Tobago. It is known as lougarou in Dominica, loogaroo in St Lucia, and lougarou in Guyana. This shapeshifting monster haunts the folklore of many islands, with variations in its …
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By Marc Algernon. “This was one of those nights where nothing seems to go right. Out of the dark comes a horrible scream, this must be a terrible dream. I just love long Sunday drives and returning home late at night But I must have made a wrong turn, the narrowing …
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