Oreads: Nymphs of the Mountains
Oreads: Nymphs of the Mountains In Greek mythology, the Oreads were a type of Nymphs that were associated with the mountains. These Nymphs were said to dwell in caves, springs, and other natural features of the mountains. The Oreads were believed to be particularly close to Artemis, the goddess of the hunt and wilderness, and were often depicted as hunting companions or attendants of the goddess. @wikipedia.org/wiki/Oread Origins of the Oreads Like many other Nymphs in Greek mythology, the Oreads were said to be the offspring of the gods. Specifically, they were believed to be the daughters of either Zeus , the king of the gods, or of the Titan Atlas. According to some legends, the Oreads were also believed to be the daughters of the nymph Echo and the god Pan. Appearance of the Oreads The Oreads were typically depicted as beautiful young women, dressed in flowing robes and wreathed in flowers. In some depictions, they were shown with wings or surrounded by animals, such as deer or ...