Helena (of Troy)

Helena of Troy, often called Helen of Sparta, is a legendary figure known for her extraordinary beauty. She was originally married to King Menelaus of Sparta, but her abduction (or elopement) by Paris, a prince of Troy, sparked the Trojan War. In mythology, her beauty was considered so captivating that it led to a ten-year conflict between Greece and Troy. Helena's story explores themes of love, loyalty, and the devastating consequences of desire. Her role varies in different accounts, but she remains one of history’s most famous symbols of beauty and the catalyst for epic conflict.