The Eerie Lady of Balete Drive

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Your three-minute read: Take a turn down Manila's Balete Drive, where the White Lady awaits in the shadows, a timeless tale of Philippine folklore.

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Dear Ghost Enthusiast,

Greetings from the Philippines, where the balmy nights carry more than just a tropical breeze – they bring with them the whispers of the White Lady of Balete Drive. This spectral figure has become an urban legend, sending shivers down the spines of locals and visitors alike in one of Manila's most famous streets.

The tale of the White Lady is as mysterious as it is chilling. She is often described as a woman in a flowing white dress, her face either obscured or strikingly distressed. Drivers recount unnerving encounters, where she suddenly appears in the rearview mirror or, even more startling, in the passenger seat beside them.

Legend has it that the White Lady was once a young woman who met a tragic fate. While the details vary – some say a hit-and-run accident, others claim a tale of betrayal and murder – her spirit seems bound to Balete Drive, seeking justice or perhaps just acknowledgement.

The Balete tree, a fixture in Filipino folklore known for its eerie, tangled roots, only adds to the atmosphere. It's said to be a favorite haunt of spirits and supernatural entities, making Balete Drive the perfect backdrop for this ghostly wanderer.

For the thrill-seekers, a late-night drive down this shadowy road might just result in an encounter. But be warned, she might not just pass by; she might just linger in your stories forever.

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Want more information about this story? Check out the links below!

▶️ Here’s a video with interviews of people who have seen the ghost
👻 Balete Drive is known as one of the most haunted places in the Philippines

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That's our ghostly guide from Manila for this week’s edition of Micro Ghosting. Remember, some legends live in books and songs, others on lonely roads under the moonlit sky.

Yours in ghostly journeys,
105ive Films Fear Lab Team

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