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Did you know Larry Ellison once purchased a Hawaiian island? He’s no stranger to big investments — and now, apparently, divine tributes! Known for his fiery personality and legendary battles in the tech industry, Ellison has always been a...
Monsters from Greek Mythology, such as the Sphinx, Hydra and Gorgons sound so far fetched that most people believe that they were made up by imaginative Greeks. Well take is a look at these 19 scary creatures and see if...
Greek philosophy is supposed to make you think. Let's start with Plato's Cave theory. For those of you who need a refresher on Plato's most memorable thought exercise, you can't do better than this. https://youtu.be/-seVSh1v3ds Now I will try and convince you...
Alright, there’s no denying that Apollo Bay is absolutely stunning. It’s a laid-back country town in Victoria (Australia), situated along the Great Ocean Road, and honestly, I think it’s one of the coolest stops on the entire legendary route....
The three brothers, Zeus, Poseidon and Hades (Pluto is his Roman name), decided to draw straws to see who’d rule the sky, the seas, and the underworld, after their victory against the Titans. Hades drew the short straw which made...
Greek God Apollo powers include being a master of archery, divination, and poetry. Apollo symbols include the swan, laurel wreath, and lyre.  When you think about it, Apollo's powers are truly incredible! Apollo powers may even be greater than any other...
The legend of King Arthur, Camelot, and the Knights of the Round Table have been heavily influenced by Greek mythology. Think of it this way, the myths and legends of King Arthur are simply the Greek myths retold. Zeus would have...
Through the ages, a handful of Greek myth love stories have captivated and inspired many with their legendary tales of romance. These stories often involved the Gods and Goddesses of ancient Greece, with supernatural events and fateful encounters creating...
1. My first European Holiday - Contiki Tour Nightmare For my very first trip to Europe I decided to go on a London to Athens Contiki tour. Unfortunately, I shared a room with a stocky white guy from South Africa...
The Greek Gods start things off with the Big Bang! 1500 Alpha - Santorini (Thera) experiences a massive volcanic eruption. 1190 A - Trojan War takes place. 776 A - First Olympiad (Olympic Games) is held. 750 A - The two classic poems,...