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Greek Mythology... the most interesting tales of the world! Learn anything about Greek Gods and Goddesses, about heroes like Achilles and Hercules, about figures and fabullous creatures...
Modern scholars refer to and study the myths in an attempt to throw light on the religious and political institutions of Ancient Greece and its civilization, and to gain understanding of the nature of myth-making itself.
Greek myths attemp to explain the origins of the world and details the lives and adventures of a wide variety of mythological personalities and creatures, "stealing" everyone's heart and impressions. Thousands of foreign students study Homer's Odyssey and Iliad and thousands visit the national museums to see how the ancient myths are embodied in Greek art.
Not to mention the Hollywood productions that have "borrowed" elements of Greek mythology. The heroes of Ancient Greece have inspired famous producers who made incredible movies based on their lives and adventures. The "Troy" for example or the "300" are listed among the greatest successes...
The legendary Amazons
The Amazons were a tribe of female, horse-riding warriors in Greek mythology, who dwelled on the northern limits of the known world, in northeast Asia or along the east coast of the Black Sea. Their society was exclusively female, and they used neighbouring men periodically to mate in order to perpetuate their race.
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Centaurs
The Centaurs were part human and part horse creatures and is usually said to have been the descendants of Centauros, the child born by Ixion and Nephele (the cloud made in the image of Hera). Centaurus mated with the Magnesian mares and made the race of Centaurs.
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Theseus’ Labours
Theseus is one of the mythical heroes who has overcome many dangers and succeeded in many glorious tasks. Theseus was the son of Aegeus, king of Athens and Aethra, daughter of Pittheus, king of Troezen and considered one of the most important kings of Athens.
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