Old: the dark sisters

The Elders of Greek mythology keep their common eye in dark rocky landscape

The Scriptures in Greek Mythology The Grey Sisters of Greek Mythology The Elders are a trinity of brothers in Greek mythology and are one of the most famous mythical triplets, next to figures such as the Mermaids, appearing in the accounts of Ancient Greece. The reputation of the Elders, however, is mainly due to their participation in the adventures of ... More

Centaur Chiron

Centaur Chiron | The wise teacher of heroes

Chiron: The wisest Centaur of Greek Mythology Among the numerous forms of ancient Greek mythology, centaur Chiron stands out as one of the most respected and dear personalities. Although it belonged to the genus Centauri, the mythical creatures with a body of half a man and half a horse, it radically differed from the rest of its likes. While most... More

Argos Panoptis: the giant with the hundred eyes

Argos Panoptis is one of the most iconic forms of ancient Greek mythology.

Slow (Panopt) The giant with a hundred eyes in Greek mythology Argos Panoptis is one of the most iconic forms of ancient Greek mythology. Known as the giant with the hundred eyes, Argos personifies absolute alertness, uninterrupted surveillance, and ubiquitous present knowledge. His name, Panoptis (he who sees the ... More

Lernaia Hydra: the multi-headed monster of Greek mythology

Hydra Greek mythology monster battle with Hercules not a Goddess

Lernaia Hydra is one of the most famous and awesome monsters of Greek mythology. Known for her many heads and her terrifying ability to regenerate what she lost, Hydra became famous as the second of Hercules' twelve feats. Its history is one of the most important myths of ancient Greece ... More

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