Celtic Mythology: Irish Gods and Goddesses: Anu
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Anu was a Mother-Goddess associated with fertility and sometimes considered to be the ancestor of all the Gods (Tuatha de Danann). Anu was also the patroness of springs and fountains, accounting for the numerous St. Anne's Wells throughout Britain today. Some believe that Anu is another name for the goddess Danu, but there are others that present them as two different but similar women.
Other Names: Danu, Don, Llys Don, Dana, St. Anne (later religions), Annowre (not confirmed)
Husband: Belenos
Constellation: Casseopeia
Cult Center: Munster, Leicestershire (Dane Hills)
Memorial: Mountain in County Kerry called the Da Chich Anann ("Breast of Anu").
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