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When Did Greek Mythology End and Greek History Begin?

There are countless myths and legends about ancient Greece. Of course, there are also countless historical records about it, too. So when did ancient Greek mythology come to an end, being replaced by pure history? Many people believe that most...

Eight Magnificent Ancient Greek Works of Art Found in Foreign Museums

The Parthenon Marbles are the most famous of all the Greek antiquities displayed in museums outside the country.

Greek Gods and Their Symbolic Animals

The awe-inspiring Greek gods, deeply intertwined with the natural world, are associated with certain animals considered to be sacred embodiments of various gods. Through their unique characteristics, the creatures mirror the divine powers of these gods. Numerous legends recount instances...

Koalemos, the Ancient Greek God of Stupidity

There are many ancient Greek gods in mythology, representing all aspects of human life and various concepts. There is Aphrodite, the goddess of beauty, Apollo, the god of of music and dance, Ares, the god of war, and Poseidon, the...

8 Costume Ideas to Bring Out Your Inner Ancient Greek This Halloween

Ancient Greek costumes are a great idea to have a natural look on Halloween whether you want to scare your friends or just have some fun. Greek Reporter has prepared a list of simple Greek-inspired costumes that impress. Ancient Greek...

Dionysus’ Invasion to India in Greek Mythology

According to ancient myths, Dionysus, the ancient Greek god of wine, invaded India long before Alexander the Great was born. Dionysus is an Ancient Greek god and also part of the Roman pantheon. He was known as Bacchus to the...

5 Love Stories from Greek Mythology

Why has Greek mythology resonated with audiences for thousands of years? Beyond the fantastical appeal of mighty gods and mythical beasts, these stories, as exaggerated as they may seem, capture the essence of what it is to be human. Of...

American Tourist Smashes Greco-Roman Statues at Israel Museum

Israeli police arrested an American tourist at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem on Thursday for smashing prized Greco-Roman statues. The individual, identified as a 40-year-old American man, remained under investigation for deliberately defacing the invaluable sculptures, according to law enforcement...

The 147 Commandments Gods Gave to Ancient Greeks

The 147 commandments comprise a guide for the ethical life for ancient Greeks.

The Most Prolific Couples in Ancient Greek Mythology

Greek mythology has captured people's imaginations for millennia, particularly the stories of love that feature adoring and often tragic couples, some of which produced countless children. Oceanus and Tethys Oceanus and Tethys seem to be one of the few monogamous couples...