La Sirène Baleine

The enchanting mermaid of Caribbean folklore, reigns as a powerful symbol in the Vodou religion of Haiti. Often considered the queen of the ocean, La Sirène is one of the many spirits known as Loas and holds an important place in the region’s mythology and culture. Rooted in West, Central, and Southern African traditions, as well as indigenous Caribbean beliefs, La Sirène’s complex attributes weave together an intricate tapestry of the collective Caribbean experience. The worship of La Sirène includes offerings such as sweet cakes and rum. Yemaya African Goddess of Ocean Water, motherhood and protection.