Underworld

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The Underworld is a region which is thought to be under the surface of the earth in some religions and in mythologies. It could be a place where the souls of the recently departed go, and in some traditions it is identified with Hell or the realm of death. In other traditions, such as animism, it could be seen as the place from which life appears to have originated (such as plant life, water, etc.) and to which life must return at life's end, with no negative undertones. In some slang, the Underworld can be a term for the criminal groups of an area.

Underworlds by mythology

This list includes underworlds in various mythologies, with links to corresponding articles.

Underworld rulers

This list includes rulers or guardians of the underworld in various mythologies, with links to corresponding articles.