When the Olympic Games first started in Greece, they built a huge temple. As time passed, they wanted something more impressive so they built a statue so huge you couldn't even see the top.
Medusa was a beautiful lady with hair to die for. She was caught messing around with a guy, in the temple of all places, so her hair was turned into snakes. One look turned people to stone.
Sirens had the face of a woman and the body of a bird. They seduced men, who passed by in boats by enchanting them with their music.
A griffin is a creature with the head and wings of an eagle and a body like a lion. They are said to be from India and are depicted in Greek mythology.
In Greek mythology there's a beautiful winged horse that ran free and wild. When tamed, he helped slay a fire-breathing monster. His name is Pegasus.
The story of Troy is more than a Brad Pitt movie; it's a Greek myth that dates back hundreds of years. Get the 411 here.
Cupid works hard to help people fall in love with a shot or two of his special arrows. Get the inside scoop on this Valentine's Day dude and his matchmaking skills!
Despite its name, Easter Island isn't full of giant bunnies laying brightly wrapped chocolate eggs. In fact, it's famous for some pretty amazing statues.