Artemis

Artemis was the goddess of hunting and the moon. She was Apollo's twin sister. She loved running through the forests with her bow and arrows. Wild animals were sacred to her, especially deer.

A Skilled Hunter

Artemis was the best hunter among all the gods. She never missed a shot with her silver bow. She spent most of her time in the forests and mountains. A group of young women called her Hunters traveled with her.

Protector of Nature

Even though Artemis was a hunter, she also protected wild animals. She watched over young animals and kept the forests safe. She helped women and children who were in trouble. The moon was her symbol, shining over the nighttime woods.

Fun Facts

• NASA named its program to return to the Moon 'Artemis' after this goddess.
• Artemis asked her father Zeus for eternal independence when she was just three years old.
• The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Did You Know?

Artemis was born one day before her twin brother Apollo. According to the myth, she then helped her mother give birth to Apollo the very next day!