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732 Vampires of Eastern Europe; Supernatural Ireland; Haunted Europe

Travel with Rick Steves

CHAPTER

Origins of the Vampire Legend

This chapter explores the origins of the vampire legend in Eastern Europe, discussing how the concept spread to the West and the traditional beliefs surrounding vampires. It explains the historical figure Vlad Dracula and his tactics during border wars, as well as the supernatural beliefs surrounding death in Eastern Europe.

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