Mermaids History - Origin of Sirens and Mermaids

History of Mermaids is full of fascinating tales of their interactions with the mankind, sometimes filled with joy and love, and sometimes filled with destruction and vengeance. Here you can find more about their origins and the influence they had on our civilization.

Picture Of Mermaind Sang Songs

History of Mermaids

From the moment our first civilizations formed near the oceans and rivers, to the modern day when ancient myths are viewed as the source of entertainment and history, the myth of mermaids went through many changes and adaptations. Here you can find out more about history of these fascinating legendary creatures.

Picture Of The Little Mermaid's Sisters

Mermaids Origin and Etymology

Origin of the mermaids can be found in the beliefs and religions of ancient human civilizations, more than three thousand years ago. Ever since then, mermaids received countless new additions that made them what they are today – celebrated mystical creatures of the sea.

Picture Of The Siren By John William Waterhouse

History of Sirens

The myth of Sirens was born in ancient Greece where they were viewed as the personification of desire, destruction and force of nature that stalked unsuspecting sailors and fisherman. As their tales became more and more engraved into their culture, art and literature, other European countries embraced the myth of sirens, combining them with mermaids.

Picture Of The Fisherman And The Syren By Frederic Leighton
Picture Of Mermaid And Merman 1866
Picture Of Mermaid And The Princ
Picture Of Mermaid And The Mirror