Famous Ghost Stories from All Over the World.

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There are many scary stories around the world. Some are old and familiar, while others are new and surprising.

In China, people used to believe in 'corpse walkers'. These were people who helped bring dead bodies back home for burial.

France has a legend about Saint Denis, who was beheaded. Even without his head, he walked for miles before falling down.

Mongolia has stories about a giant worm that lives in the desert. This worm is said to be poisonous and can even shock you.

Brazil has a story about Bárbara of the Pleasures, a woman who killed her husbands. She is said to have used babies' blood to stay young.

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What are 'corpse walkers' in China?

They are people who helped bring dead bodies back home for burial.

What happened to Saint Denis in France?

He was beheaded but walked for miles before falling down.

What is the giant worm in Mongolia said to do?

It is said to be poisonous and can even shock you.

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