Semystra (nymph)
Nymph in Greek mythology
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Semystra (Ancient Greek: Σημύστρα, romanized: Sēmústra) or Semestra was a nymph, in Greek mythology. There was a sanctuary of the same name dedicated to her at the head of the Golden Horn, at the confluence of the rivers Kydaros and Barbyses.[1][2]
Mythology
Semystra nurtured Keroessa, daughter of Io and Zeus. Keroessa's mother gave birth at Semystra's altar and left the baby there in order to protect her from Hera. Semystra found the infant and raised her.[1]
According to a legend, Semystra was also the mother of Byzas, who was the founder of Byzantium.[3][4][5]
