Golden fleece

One of the reasons why is it a good idea to visit Georgia is that you can follow the trace of Argonauts. A famous Greek myth about Argonauts is about west Georgia.

The culture of breeding sheep and goats has existed for thousands of years in Georgia. In ancient times, Georgian people, especially the inhabitants of high mountains, domesticated sheep and goats. These animals served various purposes. Hides and wool were widely used for making warm clothes. From goat’s milk a cheese was made that remains poplar still today among tourists for its sharp flavor and oily texture. Also, the king of traditional Georgian dishes, Tushuri Khinkali, is made of lamb…

Golden Fleece - Jason and the Argonauts movie

Ancient Greece is a land of culture and mythology. It is considered to be the birthplace of Western culture and has brought forth huge advancements in art, science, and philosophy, but it also has a rich tapestry of myth as part of its narrative. If we wish to understand the mystery of Greece, we ha

In greek mythology, the Golden Fleece is the fleece of the golden-woolled, winged ram, Chrysomallos, which was held in Colchis. The fleece is a symbol of authority and kingship. It figures in the tale of the hero Jason and his crew of Argonauts, who set out on a quest for the fleece by order of King Pelias, in order to place Jason rightfully on the throne of Iolcus in Thessaly. Through the help of Medea, they eventually acquire the Fleece.

In 1501 when Charles V was still an enfant his dad Philip the Handsome made sure to present his heir to the Order of the Golden Fleece ASAP. The Order of the Golden Fleece was established on 10 Jan…

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