{"id":64866,"date":"2023-11-11T22:31:59","date_gmt":"2023-11-11T20:31:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/greece\/what-is-the-well-of-achilles-and-the-legend-about-his-horses\/64866\/"},"modified":"2024-11-30T15:33:32","modified_gmt":"2024-11-30T13:33:32","slug":"lesvos-the-well-of-achilles-the-legend-about-his-horses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/en\/greece\/lesvos-the-well-of-achilles-the-legend-about-his-horses\/64866\/","title":{"rendered":"Lesvos: The unknown well of Achilles and the legend about his horses"},"content":{"rendered":"

Greece is home to many strange and fascinating places that intertwine history and myth, scattered all across the country. One such place is the ancient Well of Achilles<\/strong>, located in Lesvos<\/strong>, specifically at the cape of Agios Fokas. This hidden gem is a location you’ve likely never heard of, but it’s time to discover its rich history. This ancient well<\/strong> is said to have witnessed moments of antiquity starring the legendary Achilles and Briseida.<\/p>\n

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The Well of Achilles<\/strong>, thousands of years old, is situated near the picturesque beach of Vatera in the village of Vrisa. This village’s name is not a coincidence; according to history, it was the settlement where Briseida, the beloved slave of Achilles, lived, after whom it is named. Legend has it that during the Trojan War, Achilles killed her husband, the king of Lyrnissos, and took Briseida captive to Troy.<\/p>\n

The Well in Lesvos and Its Myth<\/h3>\n

According to legend, this well in Lesvos is where Achilles gave water to his horses. Homer described Briseis as a “beautiful golden Aphrodite,” a description that sparked conflict between Achilles and Agamemnon. During the Trojan War, Agamemnon was forced to return his slave, Cressida, to her father. In exchange, he demanded Briseis from Achilles, sending his messengers to take her from him.<\/p>\n

This event infuriated Achilles, leading him to refuse to fight\u2014a reaction known as the “Menis” of Achilles, which is the central theme of Homer’s Iliad. Achilles’ abstention from battle caused the Greek retreat and the death of his friend, Patroclus. Agamemnon eventually returned Briseis, prompting Achilles to rejoin the battle.<\/p>\n

When Achilles passed by the island of Lesvos, he decided to make a stop. He tied up his ships and, along with the Myrmidons<\/a>, began searching for food and water. It is said that this very well is where they quenched their thirst and watered their horses before continuing their journey to Troy.<\/p>\n

If you visit this location, you’ll find a circular well near a natural harbor. This site once housed the last ancient temple of Dionysus Vrisagenos, with its ruins still preserved today. Legend has it that the temple was created by the island’s first settler, Makaras, to honor the god of wine, as vine cultivation had thrived in the area for thousands of years.<\/p>\n

Don’t miss the opportunity to climb to the top of Ai Lia for a breathtaking panoramic view if you find yourself in the area!<\/p>\n

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