In Greek mythology, Ganymede (/ ˈɡænɪmiːd / GAN-im-eed) [1] or Ganymedes (/ ˌɡænɪˈmiːdiːz / GAN-im-EE-deez; [2] Ancient Greek: Γανυμήδης, romanized: Ganymēdēs) is a divine hero whose …

Ganymede, in Greek legend, the son of Tros (or Laomedon), king of Troy. Because of his unusual beauty, he was carried off either by the gods or by Zeus, disguised as an eagle, or, according to a …

Jun 23, 2021 · Ganymede (pronounced GAH-nuh-meed) is a youth in Greek mythology who is abducted by Zeus because of his great beauty and brought to Mount Olympus to serve as cupbearer.

In Greek mythology Ganymede was a handsome Trojan prince who was carried off to heaven by Zeus in the shape of an eagle where he was appointed as cup-bearer of the gods.

May 6, 2023 · Ganymede is Jupiter's largest moon and is also the largest moon in the entire solar system. It is bigger than both Mercury and dwarf planet Pluto and only slightly smaller than Mars. …

Oct 19, 2023 · Ganymede, a Trojan prince in Greek mythology, became Zeus' beloved cupbearer due to his unparalleled beauty and youthfulness.

Apr 25, 2025 · Jupiter’s icy moon Ganymede is the largest moon in our solar system, even bigger than the planet Mercury, and the dwarf planet Pluto. There’s strong evidence that Ganymede has an …

6 days ago · Ganymede’s transit offers a rare close-up of Jupiter’s moon system, visible around midnight on January 13. Jupiter’s opposition ensures optimal brightness and detail for telescope users …

Ganymede was a Trojan prince in Greek mythology, known for his beauty. He was the son of the king Tros of Dardania, after whom Troy took its name, and Callirrhoe. According to a myth, Zeus turned …

6 days ago · Check out our full Sky This Week column. January 12: Io's post-opposition transit Point your telescope at bright Jupiter in Gemini to catch a transit of the large moon Ganymede overnight …