Croton

A mythical hero of Sicily. He entertained Heracles at his home. After his death he was entombed and his name was taken by Myscelus when he founded the city of Crotona.

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References

Sources

  • Diodorus Siculus. Historical Library iv, c. 25. p. 161.
  • Ovid. Metamorphoses xv, 1-59.