The Ancient Greek Gods, the gods of Olympus, comprise one of the most famous pantheons of the world. The way they are constructed is unique because each god is made to reflect not only an element or a concept, but …
Greek mythology is filled with stories of heroes famous for their extraordinary bravery and many adventures. The term ‘hero’ may be overused today, but it gets its original meaning by its connection and reference to these infamous Greek figures. This …
Learning about Greek mythology can seem like quite a daunting task until you realize that there are many blockbuster films based on Greek mythology so you can learn whilst being entertained. From the most famous action movies to some classic …
Medusa is one of the most recognizable pop culture and fashion icons! Her powerful image of a woman with a full head of snake hair is unforgettable. Her power to turn a mortal (or a man, depending on the myth) …
The myth of Arachne is the Ancient Greek origin story of spiders! As with most origin stories of various plants and animals, the first spider was originally a human, and her name was Arachne- the Greek word for ‘spider’. What …
In ancient Greek mythology, a group of 12 Olympian gods ruled after Zeus had overthrown the unruly Titans. The gods lived on the top of Mount Olympus- the highest in Greece. Mount Olympus (2,917 metres) is situated in northern Greece …
Athens was the most beautiful and powerful city in Ancient Greece and the ruins of its magnificent buildings have excited archaeologists as they have revealed a surprisingly sophisticated society and their discoveries have never failed to impress visitors to the …