Trinidad and Tobago - Voodoo Rumors
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There are a lot of rumors about Voodoo in Trinidad& Tobago, and throughout this small article we will go over the major Dance legends of Voodoo, commonly known in Trinidad as Obeah.
So, grab on to a good light source and prepare to feel spooked if you're reading this from a Trinbago home.
Obeah in Trinidad:
There is a lot to be told about the ancient Obeah practices in Trinidad and Tobago. As far as this topic is concerned, the MokoJumbiehas a powerful presence in Trinidadian tradition. The word moko was originally a name that depicted the Ibibio Slaves. Another big Voodoo (Obeah) legend is the Douen, a child that would pass away before its baptism and is cursed to haunt the streets to all eternity.
Nowadays, the MokoJumbie isn't the dark figure he once was; now he is a colorful dancer who represents Trinidadian Carnival and pleases peoplewith its dances.
The Legend of the MokoJumbie:
The MokoJumbie is rumored to be a "zombie" like creature and / or a ghost. This legend and the whole jumbie tradition was brought to Trinidad from West African lands which were the source of the slaves that were brought to work the land.
People from all across the World travel to this event, and so the MokoJumbie dancer has become a popular attraction.
The Troubling Story of the Douen (Dwen)
The Douenis asoul of a little child who died before their baptism, and legend has it they are doomed to haunt the earth eternally. They have no gender and usually dwell close to swamps, rivers and woods.
They appear as naked children and have their feet turned backwards, with their fingerspointing back. They look for other children who aren't yet baptized and try to lure them into the woods - and sometimes they even go to people's homes to cry and moan for their lost mothers.
Don't forget these are just legends, myths and part of the Trinidadian culture - you shouldn't book a trip somewhere else just because of these myths, as they are part of the folklore. Instead, you should definitely visit Trinidadand Tobago to know more about their intriguing culture, dine in their amazing restaurants, snorkel, sunbathe, party, drink fruity cocktails and simply relax!
So, are you going to visit Trinidad and Tobago, or are you going to chicken out?
MACOcaribbean.com offers stylish, authentic travel guide to the best in Caribbean holidays, vacations and lifestyle.
So, grab on to a good light source and prepare to feel spooked if you're reading this from a Trinbago home. Obeah in Trinidad:
There is a lot to be told about the ancient Obeah practices in Trinidad and Tobago. As far as this topic is concerned, the MokoJumbiehas a powerful presence in Trinidadian tradition. The word moko was originally a name that depicted the Ibibio Slaves. Another big Voodoo (Obeah) legend is the Douen, a child that would pass away before its baptism and is cursed to haunt the streets to all eternity.
Nowadays, the MokoJumbie isn't the dark figure he once was; now he is a colorful dancer who represents Trinidadian Carnival and pleases peoplewith its dances.
The Legend of the MokoJumbie:
The MokoJumbie is rumored to be a "zombie" like creature and / or a ghost. This legend and the whole jumbie tradition was brought to Trinidad from West African lands which were the source of the slaves that were brought to work the land.
People from all across the World travel to this event, and so the MokoJumbie dancer has become a popular attraction.
The Troubling Story of the Douen (Dwen)
The Douenis asoul of a little child who died before their baptism, and legend has it they are doomed to haunt the earth eternally. They have no gender and usually dwell close to swamps, rivers and woods.
They appear as naked children and have their feet turned backwards, with their fingerspointing back. They look for other children who aren't yet baptized and try to lure them into the woods - and sometimes they even go to people's homes to cry and moan for their lost mothers.
Don't forget these are just legends, myths and part of the Trinidadian culture - you shouldn't book a trip somewhere else just because of these myths, as they are part of the folklore. Instead, you should definitely visit Trinidadand Tobago to know more about their intriguing culture, dine in their amazing restaurants, snorkel, sunbathe, party, drink fruity cocktails and simply relax!
So, are you going to visit Trinidad and Tobago, or are you going to chicken out?
MACOcaribbean.com offers stylish, authentic travel guide to the best in Caribbean holidays, vacations and lifestyle.
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