Zeus is known as Jupiter in Roman mythology, is the god of the Sky and King of the Gods in Greek mythology. He is the last and youngest son of Cronus and Rhea, and fulfilled the oracle's prediction by overthrowing Cronus. Zeus is able to turn into animals, usually an eagle.

In modern culture Greek Mythology is also used in movies, in direct reference, In Clash of the Titans , Perseus, the son of Zeus is a hero who attempts to stop the underworld from spreading to Earth. Greek Mythology along with its god Zeus are also referenced in many other movies as well.

In ancient times one of the Greeks most mportant festivals, the Olympic Games, was held every four years in honor of the King of their gods, Zeus. Like modern Olympics, athletes traveled from distant lands, including Asia Minor, Syria, Egypt and Sicily, to compete. The Olympics were first started in 776 B.C. and held at a shrine to Zeus located on the western coast of Greece in a region called Peloponnesus. The games helped to unify the Greek city-states and a sacred truce was declared. Safe passage was given to all traveling to the site, called Olympia, for the season of the games.