Apollo was a important deity in both Greek and Roman mythology. He was the oracles, healing, archery, music and arts, sunlight, knowledge, herds and flocks, and protection of the young.
In Greek mythology he was the son of Zeus and Leto, as well as the twin of Artemis, while in Roman mythology he was the son of Jupiter and Latona, and twin-brother to Diana.
He was also the national patron god of the legendary city of Troy.