![]() ![]() When Venus was walking in the garden, she pricked her foot on a thorn left by her son. In Roman mythology, the son of Venus (Cupid) was stung by a bee when he was shooting arrows into a garden full of roses. Romans made this flower a symbol of beauty and love. The legend about Aphrodite was adopted by the Romans, who used to call the goddess of love Venus. Temple in ancient city of Odessus reveals Greek Goddess Aphrodite was worshipped by Thracians.Did Ancient Greeks use Venus Calendar to Track Pregnancy?.In 1888, English archaeologist Sir William Flinders Petrie discovered a rose garland used as a funeral wreath during the 2nd century AD in Upper Egypt. ![]() In the times of Alexander the Great, roses were already very popular in Europe and Asia, but sources say that the Macedonian king increased their popularity in Egypt. She wanted to be remembered as a goddess who smelled like roses.Īphrodite Pudica (Roman copy of 2nd century AD), National Archaeological Museum, Athens. Cleopatra VII, probably inspired by the mythical origins of roses, used their petals during public appearances. They grew from her tears and the blood of her lover – Adonis. According to ancient legend, roses were created by Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love. They had a special place in Greek mythology. ![]() In ancient times, roses appeared in myths and were appreciated by rulers and used during great celebrations and parties. Written sources started to mention them a few thousand years ago, but it is known that roses were also cherished in Ancient Egypt - rose petals have been discovered in many tombs and paintings of roses were even discovered in the tomb of the pharaoh Thutmose IV, who was a ruler of the 18th dynasty. Nonetheless, it is difficult to write the earliest history of roses. ![]() Fossils have also been found in Norway, Germany, Balkans, Alaska, Mexico, and some other locations. The oldest known fossil was discovered in Colorado, USA. The first evidence of blossoming roses comes from a period 40-35 million years ago. Over the centuries they have been a symbol of love but they also sometimes served as symbols in parts of royal coats of arms. Roses are one of the most popular flowers around the world. ![]()
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