Folklore: Legends, Sayings, Beliefs
The stories, proverbs, humor, and home remedies that are part of the fabric of Mexican society

Aztec Mythology
An excellent selection of over 80 myths about the ancient Mexican gods, from the Encyclopedia Mythica site.

Magic Tales of Mexico
Stories from the Texas-Mexico border, as told by the webmaster's grandfather. Story text side-by-side in Spanish and English.

The Poinsettia Legend
A brief version of the traditional Mexican tale of how the poinsettia flower originated. From the Paul Ecke Ranch site.

Proverbs in Mexican American Tradition
A scholarly article reporting on research done into Mexican proverbs among people of Hispanic origin in Los Angeles.

The Spirit of La Llorona
The legend of "La Llorona" (the weeping woman) has been around for centuries and exists today in myriad versions. This wonderful site allows you to explore the legend in several of its varieties.

Traditional Maya Stories
Mostly animal stories/fables from the Mayan peoples of southern Mexico and Guatemala.