Epona
Culture & Region
Celtic (Gaul) → Roman Empire
Time Period
c. 1st century BCE-4th century CE (widespread Roman adoption)
Domains
Horsescavalryfertilityjourneydeath passage
Symbols & Animals
Horsemare with foalcornucopiadog
Sacred Sites & Cult Centers
- Gaul
- Germania
- Britain
- Roman cavalry camps
Key Myths & Stories
Protector of horses and riders; only Celtic deity in Roman pantheon
Related Deities
≈ Rhiannon (Welsh); adopted by Roman military