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Zeus at Olympia Statue
Mysterious Sightings… The statue of Zeus at Olympia is considered one of the 7 Ancient Wonders of the World. It was made in 432 BC by a Greek sculptor named Phidias in the Temple of Zeus, Olympia, Greece.
The Foot Print of God
Mysterious Sightings…..”The Foot Print of God” as it has been named is located in South Africa, near the town of Mpaluzi, close to the Swaziland border. It is estimated to be between 200 million and 3 Billion years old because … Continue reading
Giants
Giants are huge monsters that tried to attack the Olympian gods. In ancient Greece they were 24 frightful monsters. They were conceived during the castration of the titan, by his son Cronus. They were impressive creatures and some as big … Continue reading
Clash of the Gods – Medusa
In Greek mythology Medusa was a Gorgon, a chthonic monster, and a daughter of Phorcys and Ceto. The author Hyginus interposes a generation and gives Medusa another chthonic pair as parents. Gazing directly upon her would turn onlookers to stone. … Continue reading
Clash of the Gods – Hercules
Hercules is the Roman name for Greek demigod Heracles, son of Zeus, and the mortal Alcmene. Early Roman sources suggest that the imported Greek hero supplanted a mythic Italic shepherd called “Recaranus” or “Garanus”, famous for his strength who dedicated … Continue reading
Clash of the Gods – Thor
In Norse mythology, Thor is a hammer-wielding god associated with thunder, lightning, storms, oak trees, strength, the protection of mankind, and also hallowing, healing, and fertility.
