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Vooduon and Santería are syncretic religions, blends of West African Pagan religions and Catholicism. Gris-gris are Vooduon; resquardos and gurunfindas, Santería.

Voodoo in New Orleans evolved from its Haitian counterpart, but has its unique American flavor - Gris-gris bags and Voodoo Kings, Queens are some of its characteristics.

Marie rose to power and was the one blacks considered their leader. Influential white people sought her advice and help. She was also a devoted Catholic.

Syncretic religions, like Vooduon, blend the Pagan or Shamanic religions with an orthodox religion; Vooduon blends Catholicism with the Yoruban religion.

Where to shop for authentic voodoo dolls, vodou souvenirs, gris-gris bags, candles, soaps, oils, herbs, Haitian vodou consultations for ceremonies, rituals, readings?

She was respected and feared by many. The people she helped and tended to were from all social classes. Read three fascinating cases of Marie's working Voodoo.

VooDoo is a syncretic religion, a blend of Catholicism and the African Pagan or Shamanic Yoruban religion. The Maries, Supreme Voodoo Queens, presided over the rites.

Incorporate a little of Voodoo in your next New Orleans vacation. Use this travel guide to find museums, temples and tours in the Big Easy.

Presents can be given for other special occasions. Ideal projects for children's groups, not only are these are simple and quick to make, they don't create a mess.

The Indian Ocean islands score a full 10 for pure escapism. And among them, some of the most romantic spots on Earth are to be found on the Seychelles.

Haitians don't fear zombies as much as becoming one. A person is given a toxic mixture to induce a coma, "resurrected" and given another potion to ensure domination.