May 25, 2013 · This is all related to the ancient superstition of the ‘evil eye’ and the attempt by the superstitious to retain what they have. And the instrument that is used to provide protection is …

In south western Albania lies a mysterious and intriguing body of water shrouded in local legend. Read how to visit the Blue Eye, Albania.

Jan 5, 2011 · I’d known that garlic could ward off vampires, but in Albania its magical powers also include negating the powers of the ubiquitous evil eye. Apparently you can carry a clove of garlic with you on your person for protection, but the smell isn’t one that you’d like to carry around with you, so instead there is the evil eye charm or ...

Apr 23, 2024 · Superstitious beliefs against the evil eye are the reason behind the hanging of gloomy and macabre Albanian scarecrows, known as dordolec or kukull. These unusual puppets, visible outside houses, and other buildings, often take tourists by surprise; for the inhabitants, instead, they are absolutely normal.

A shtriga (Albanian: shtrigë) is a vampiric witch in Albanian mythology and folklore that sucks the blood of infants at night while they sleep, and then transform themselves into a flying insect (traditionally a moth, fly or bee). Only the shtriga herself could cure those she had drained.

Sep 23, 2023 · Dating back to ancient times, the evil eye has been deeply ingrained in Albanian folklore and superstitions. In Albanian mythology, it is believed that certain individuals possess the power to cast an evil eye, consciously or unconsciously, upon others.

investigation of the Gheg and Tosk (northern and southern Albanian) understanding of the evil eye, a consideration of customs related to the construction of new and an examination of the social and economic factors that may have contributed the …

To ward off the evil eye, hang a talisman (in Albania, this is usually a stuffed toy animal) over the front door to catch the bad luck before it can enter the house.

Aug 1, 2015 · The weather-beaten forms of cuddly toys hanging from buildings are a common sight in Albania. Who put them there, and why? Suspended from the eaves of houses, they sway gently in the wind.

Jan 9, 2008 · Then there are many different things to ward off the “evil eye” ( Albanian “syri i keq” Turkish “nazar”). The “evil eye” is a belief that someone has “evil” powers and can curse you just by looking at you. If your eyes meet, then he/she can curse you.