Nereids — Nymphs of the Sea

Nereids — Nymphs of the Sea

The Nereids were sea nymphs in Greek mythology, fifty in total, daughters of Nereus and Doris. They helped sailors on their voyages when they faced fierce storms. They lived with their father in the depths of the Aegean Sea. One of the better known Nereids was Thetis, who was the mother of the hero Achilles.

The parents of Nereids were Nereus and Doris.