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Sep 10 2025
The Origin Story of The Dullahan The Irish Headless Horseman
Posted by: Jennifer Derrig
Categories: Irish Traditions , News , Interesting Stories , Celtic Holidays , Halloween , Ireland , Celtic Legends , Blog , Education , Legends and Folklore , Celtic Culture , FAQ
Tags: the irish headless horseman , the dullahan , headless horseman , dullahan
Discover the chilling legend of the Dullahan, the Irish headless horseman. Explore his origins, symbolism, and place in Irish folklore and Halloween traditions.
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Oct 16 2017
The Dullahan is the Irish Headless Horseman
Posted by: Jennifer Derrig
Categories: Irish Traditions , Interesting Stories , Halloween , Celtic Legends , Education , Legends and Folklore , Celtic Culture
Tags: the irish headless horseman , the dullahan , headless horseman , halloween , dullahan
The Irish legend of the Dullahan, or English translation "dark man" is unnerving. The Headless Horseman or Dullahan is the Irish foreteller of death. The Dullahan rides a jet-black horse with flames shooting from its eyes, carrying his head under one arm.
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