Maria Llorona

The original legend of La Llorona is one of Mexico’s most well-known folktales. It tells the story of a woman who, after being betrayed and abandoned by her partner, loses her children in a moment of despair. Overcome with guilt and grief, her spirit wanders near rivers and lakes, eternally crying, “Ay, mis hijos!” She has long symbolized sorrow, regret, and the consequences of emotional devastati...