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Haunting

Mexico City

Built on the ruins of Tenochtitlan where Aztecs sacrificed thousands. The conquistadors massacred more. La Llorona wails by the canals. Day of the Dead keeps the spirits appeased.

1325 - Present
Mexico
100000+ witnesses

Mexico City is built on blood.

The Aztec Foundation

Tenochtitlan:

  • Founded 1325
  • Human sacrifice
  • Thousands died
  • Temples atop pyramids
  • Energy remains

The Conquest

1521 massacre:

  • Conquistadors attacked
  • During festival
  • Thousands slaughtered
  • City destroyed
  • Built on ruins

La Llorona

The Weeping Woman:

  • Drowned her children
  • Wails by water
  • Heard throughout city
  • Separate entry
  • Ancient and enduring

Day of the Dead

The tradition:

  • November 1-2
  • Dead return
  • Offerings made
  • Celebrated nationally
  • Keeps spirits happy

Subway Spirits

The Metro:

  • Built through ruins
  • Artifacts found
  • Aztec temples below
  • Strange sightings
  • Underground activity

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