Can you share some scary Romanian stories?

A funny Romanian story involves a young boy who was sent to the market by his mother to buy some bread. On his way, he saw a magician performing tricks. He was so fascinated that he forgot all about the bread. When he finally remembered and went to the bakery, it was closed. He was worried about going home empty - handed. So, he found some old bread crusts in an alley and put them in the bread bag. When he got home, his mother opened the bag and was very confused as to why the 'bread' was in such strange shapes. The boy had to confess what had happened, and his mother couldn't help but laugh at his forgetfulness.

One Romanian Christmas story is about the 'Mos Craciun' (Father Christmas). He is said to travel on a sleigh pulled by reindeer and bring presents to good children. On Christmas Eve, families gather for a big feast. Another story involves the magic that is believed to be in the air during Christmas. It is said that the animals can talk at midnight on Christmas. In Romanian villages, there are also tales of how the poorest families sometimes receive unexpected gifts and kindness during this festive time.

The Lady in White is a well - known Romanian scary story. She is often seen at crossroads or near old cemeteries. It's said that she was a young woman who died a tragic death. Those who encounter her may experience strange things like sudden coldness, a feeling of being watched, and in some versions, she can lead people astray, causing them to get lost in the woods or in desolate areas.

The use of magic is also a common element. The Muma Padurii uses magic to trap children. Magic in these stories is not something good but rather something that the evil beings use to harm others. Another aspect is the sense of isolation. Victims in these stories are often alone when they encounter the scary entities. For instance, someone alone at a crossroads may meet the Lady in White. This isolation makes the situation more terrifying as there is no one to help or protect the person.

The story of the strigoi is very well - known. Strigoi are undead creatures that can be created in different ways, such as if a person dies an unnatural death or is excommunicated. They are feared for their ability to harm the living.

Another great Romanian bedtime story is 'The Three Little Goats and the Big Bad Wolf in Romania'. The goats in this version might be named with Romanian names and the setting is in the Romanian countryside. It's a classic tale with a Romanian twist that kids usually love.

One well - known Romanian horror story is about Dracula. Bram Stoker's Dracula was inspired by Romanian folklore. The story of Dracula, a vampire, has terrified readers for generations. It involves his castle in Transylvania and his thirst for blood.

One great Romanian short story is 'The Old Man and the Bureaucrats' by Ion Luca Caragiale. It humorously depicts the interactions between an old man and the often - complex and frustrating bureaucracy.

A scary story goes like this. There was a hotel room that was said to be cursed. Every guest who stayed in that room reported seeing a shadowy figure by the window at midnight. One guest even said that the figure tried to touch him. Since then, the hotel has a hard time getting people to stay in that room.

Sure. One of the scary stories could be about a haunted house. People who enter it start to hear strange noises and see shadowy figures. It gives a feeling of being constantly watched.