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We have always been fascinated by mystic and scary creatures, the children of the night. The vampire image has been feared for ages, mainly because of the fact that it is immortal and feeds on human blood. The very original story of Count Dracula springs from Vlad Tepes, the Prince of Wallachia, who reigned in Transylvania. He came from the house of Draculesti, from where he derived the name Dracula. The history tells us that he was a fearsome enemy of the Turks and lead endless wars against them, killing thousands in the name of the Christian faith. His cruelty and bloodiness had no limits – he slaughtered men, women and children.
But folklore is a tradition that can turn any historical figure into a saint or a villain. If you begin to think how many movies were dedicated to vampires like Dracula, Blade, Underworld, True Blood, Interview with Vampire…
Halloween is a beloved holiday that is celebrated around the world. The ways that people celebrate the day varies from country to country, and the holiday is second in popularity only to Christmas. In America and Canada, a whopping 65% of the population decorates their homes or offices and pass out candy to commemorate the day. Lets take a look at some of the ways different countries celebrate Halloween. In Austria Halloween is considered a night when dead spirits can return to the Earth. To welcome the spirits, people leave out bread, water and a light on a table before going to bed. In Spain, it is tradition to eat a type of pastry called “Bones of the Dead” on Halloween. The pastry is shaped like skulls with an orange glaze. Children are also encouraged to play tricks on people in order to receive treats. At night, families watch over ...April 7, 2013
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