Learn about Helen of Troy
In many stories and legends from ancient Greece, Helen of Troy (also Helene) was seen as the most beautiful woman on earth. She was also the very character who indirectly...
Category: Ancient Greece
The Story of Helios, the Greek God of the Sun
Even to this day, it is not uncommon for one to come across stories of Helios (Helius, Illius), the Greek god who pulled the sun across the sky with his...
Greek Mythology: 20+ Majestic Facts about Hera, the Queen of Greek Gods
The following are some majestic facts about Hera, the goddess of married women, weddings and all other types of marital unions: Her fights and numerous domestic conflicts with her husband...
15 interesting things you need to know about Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine
The Father of Modern Medicine, Hippocrates, was believed to be a descendant of Asclepius. According to some accounts, the famous midwife Lachesis helped deliver the baby Asclepius at the temple...
Asclepius: the famed ancient Greek God of Medicine and Prophecy
Fast Facts about Asclepius and his worship God of: Medicine, Prophecy, physicians, healing Father: Apollo Mother: Koronis (Coronis) Aunt: Artemis Consort: Epione, Hygeia Children: Panacea, Podaleirios, Aceso, Aglaia, Machaon, Iaso...
