Thousands of years ago the world was ruled by a few benevolent gods.

 

MythologyMadness.com has been created to help you dive head first into the enticing and incredible world of Ancient Greek mythology. Discover the old gods, the heroes, the stories, and the legends that have made Ancient Greece as infamous and revered as it is! From Zeus to Hades, Heracles to Hector, you will find information on them all.

Worshiping as a Free Greek.

The civilization of Ancient Greece is one that is well-explored and well-documented. The classical architecture - buildings adorned with ornate statues, columns, carvings, and engravings - has managed to stand the test of time, and though much of what we now know as Ancient Greece has been decimated over the ages, the ruins of this great civilization still remain, and with them the questions that many seek to answer.

Who were the Greeks? What did they accomplish? Why were they special? What did they believe? These are all questions that modern historians and archaeologists have tried to answer, and though they can offer a fresh amount of insight, the actual secrets of the Ancient Greeks has yet to be completely explored. Even though they vanished from the earth thousands of years ago, they are as much a mystery now as they were in their own time.

Many temples, statues, and ornaments have been found that were dedicated to various gods and heroes. The religious structure of the Ancient Greeks is actually one that was quite common during those times, but it was rich and complex nevertheless. Learn more about the Ancient Greek’s religion by reading some of the great content that we have here!

Ancient Greek Mythology.

Perhaps the most famous of any culture’s mythology, Greek Mythology is vibrant and full of excitement! From epic oceanfront battles to captivating love stories, the foundation for modern drama was certainly set by the Greeks. But what is the most intriguing is that the Greek’s strongly believed in in their mythology; the legends of the past had a direct influence on the actions of the present.

But what draws so many to Greek mythology is the colorful stories, characters, events, and deities. Be it the almighty Zeus, or the powerful Athena, there was much to learn and much to remember.

So close your eyes and imagine a world untouched by the ravages of modern civilization and find yourself in a time where Olympus ruled the known world!

Recent Updates to MythologyMadness.com

• “The Origins of the Olympic Games” article added May 14, 2008!

• “Art in Ancient Greece” article added May 14, 2008!

• Ancient Greek Heroes section updated April 12, 2008!

• Mythology Madness Articles section added April 12, 2008!

• Ancient Greek Fanfiction section updated April 12, 2008!

• Ancient Greek Heroes section updated February 19, 2008!