Epidauros
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Epidauros is a heroic figure in Greek myth, described as the son of the god Apollo. He gave his name to the city of Epidaurus, linking the place to his lineage. The hero is mentioned by ancient geographers as a foundational ancestor of the settlement.
When
- First attested
- 100 BCE
- Attested period
- -100 – 100
- Historical notes
- Epidauros is known from classical Greek literary sources as a mythic founder.
Relationships
- child of
- Apollo
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“The name "Epidaurus" is of Greek origin. It was named after the hero Epidauros, son of Apollo.”
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