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Vampires Around The World


All around the world, the vampire goes by different names. Each culture in history has their own distinct name and meaning of vampire. Here are just a few.


Africaasabonsam, obayifo
Australiayara-ma-yha-who
Bulgariaobur
Chinachiang-shih
Czech Republic and Slovakiaupir
GermanyNachtzehrer
Greecevrykolakas
Gypsymulo
IndiaKali
Mexicotlahuelpuchi
Phillipinesaswang
Romaniastrigoi
Russiauppyr



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