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Jure Grando Alilović or Giure Grando (1578–1656) was a villager from the region of Istria (in modern-day Croatia) who may have been the first real person described as a vampire in historical records. [1] He was referred to as a štrigon, a local word for something resembling a vampire and a warlock. [2]
Jure Grando (Croatia) first real person described as a vampire in historical records; Ghoul (Arabic lore) – "The Arabic stories of the ghole spread east and were adopted by the people of the Orient, where it evolved as a type of vampiric spirit called a ghoul."
All the recent findings about the “real-life vampire” Zosia can be found in a new two-part documentary called Field of Vampires, which will air on Sky History on October 29 and November 5 at 9 pm.
The sort of vampires you're likely thinking of, the ones with supernatural powers and eternal life only exist in books, TV shows and serial killer movies. That said, there certainly are people who ...
Jacques St. Germain is a legendary vampire originating in the folklore of 20th century New Orleans. In local legend, he is associated with the historical Count of St. Germain . [ 1 ]
"My Unconventional Life" profiles individuals across the country who celebrate their nonconformity and proudly lead unorthodox lives. Check in weekly to learn more about these unique individuals ...
The Vampire, by Philip Burne-Jones, 1897. A vampire is a mythical creature that subsists by feeding on the vital essence (generally in the form of blood) of the living.In European folklore, vampires are undead humanoid creatures that often visited loved ones and caused mischief or deaths in the neighbourhoods which they inhabited while they were alive.
The series, available on BBC iPlayer, follows vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (played by Jacob Anderson) who shares the story of his life and relationship with Lestat de Lioncourt (played by Sam ...