When I was a kid I was a specialist in Greek gods and goddesses, because one of the first books I ever read was about Greek mythology. When my father wanted to have fun, he would ask: "Who was Zeus?", "Whose daughter was Diana?", "What's the Roman name of the Greek God Dionysos?" - each time, he hoped I wouldn't know the answer... and each time I deluded him :)

There were also some pictures of the Greek gods and Goddesses in that book - sculptures and paintings (unfortunately, there was no mention of the artist's name. When I grew up, I found out they were famous works of art representing characters of the Greek mythology).

What I found fascinating was that the Greek gods and goddesses were so human. They lived on Mount Olympus - the mountain exists, the fact that they lived there was like a self-confident invitation to everyone: "You don't believe we exist? Just climb up this mountain and you'll find us!"

They were jealous - just like us (just think about Hera, always spying on Zeus, or Hephaistos, old and ugly, married to Aphrodite, the beautiful goddess of love - no wonder he was jealous!); they would easily get upset and then seek vengeance (Athena and Hera who were offended by the fact that Paris chose Aphrodite as the most beautiful).

That's why I decided to tell you the story of the Greek gods and goddesses, together with some personal opinions about them - after all, the Greek mythology is one of the basic elements of European culture, and the gods are... so similar to us!

Greek Gods A list of Greek gods - just click on their names to find out more

Greek Goddesses A list of Greek goddesses - click on their names to find out more

Greek Heroes and Heroines in mythology Here you'll find the other characters of Greek Mythology, Greek heroes and heroines, kings, princes and princesses

Greek Goddess Artemis The Greek goddess Artemis was the patron of hunt, wild animal and childbirth.

The Roman Goddess Diana The Roman goddess Diana was the goddess of nature, childbirth, hunting and the protector of the weak.

Pictures of Greek Gods Pictures of Greek Gods and Goddesses

Greek Myths and Legends The ancient Greek myths had a great influence on the development of modern culture and civilization.

Greek Mythical Creatures Here is a list of Greek mythical creatures. Click on their names to find out more about them.

Greek Monsters In this list of Greek monsters you'll find the most horrible creatures in Greek mythology... or those who behaved horribly!