Chilota mythology

Chilota mythology is a very special set of stories that people from a place called Chiloé, in the south of Chile, have told for a long, long time. They talk about the magical creatures and spirits that live in their land, like goblins, witches, mermaids, and sea monsters.

Imagine there is a big, beautiful forest with trees taller than a house, and in that forest, there are small beings called "Trauco." They are like small men with green clothes who live hidden behind the trees. They can be naughty sometimes, but they also like to help travelers in the forest who need guidance.

And then there are the Chiloé mermaids. They are just like the mermaids in the pictures you see in books, but they have little feet located in their arms that they use to walk on the muddy shores of Chiloé Island. They are friendly and curious creatures, but they can also have a temper if they feel upset.

The stories also talk about the "Caleuche," which is a magical ghost ship that only appears at night with lights that can be seen from miles away, and you can hear music and laughter coming from it. They say that the ship is piloted by ghosts and spirits that take people to a magical party where they dance and have fun until morning.

All these stories are part of the Chilota mythology. They are a way for the people of Chiloé to explain the mysteries of the world around them and to celebrate the wonder and magic of their unique land.