Katakanas

The Vampires of Crete: The Katakanas

The folklore surrounding vampires in Crete, particularly the legend of the Katakanas, is a fascinating amalgamation of myth, superstition, and cultural narrative. This aspect of Cretan folklore, while less known than the vampire tales of Eastern Europe, offers a unique insight into the island’s historical beliefs about death, the supernatural, and the afterlife. Understanding the…