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The Argentine Northwest region (NOA) is composed of the territory of the Argentinian provinces of Tucumán, Salta, and Catamarca. The region's center is in the area of Santiago del Estero . During the NOA's aboriginal period, the various communities within the area shared a complex culture that was further enriched by constant contacts and ...
Guaraní mythology (2 C, 8 P) Pages in category "Argentine folklore" ... Legendary creatures of the Argentine Northwest region; M. Malambo (dance)
Pombero's original name in the Guaraní language is Karai Pyhare, lit. "The man of the Night", [3] he is said to be a primarily nocturnal creature. In some parts of Argentina he is known primarily by the Spanish translation of his name, Señor de la noche.
The Tupi-Guarani mythology is the set of ... especially in Paraguay and parts of the surrounding areas of Argentina, ... god of waterways and aquatic creatures;
In Chile, Argentina, and particularly in the Southern and Austral Zones, is mostly known as el Viejo del Saco or el Hombre de La Bolsa ("The old man with the bag") who walks around the neighbourhood every day around supper time. This character is not considered or perceived as a mythical or fantastic creature by children.
The mythological Chimera is a terrifying creature that features a fire-breathing lion’s head attached to a goat’s body, ending in a serpent tail. There are varying versions of what a Chimera ...
Purported sighting of Nahuelito (circa 1988) Nahuelito is a lake monster purported to live in Nahuel Huapi Lake, Patagonia, Argentina.Like Nessie, the Loch Ness Monster, the Argentine creature is named after the lake it supposedly resides in and has been described as a giant serpent or a huge hump, as well as a plesiosaur. [1]
The Hombre Gato, or Catman, is a legendary creature that possesses both feline and human features. This South American folk tale is particularly popular in Argentina, especially in rural and less populated areas. Much like the werewolf, the catman is thought to come out at night, roaming neighborhoods and preying on both people and animals.