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Antinous was born to a Greek family in Bithynion-Claudiopolis, in the Roman province of Bithynia in what is now north-west Turkey. One version is that Antinous joined the entourage of the Emperor when Hadrian passed through Bithynia in about 124, and soon became his beloved companion who accompanied him on his many journeys through the empire. Another version has it that Hadrian had the empire searched for the most beautiful youth, and chose Antinous. Although some have suggested the two might have had a romantic relationship, it is uncertain if this was true.
In October 130, according to Hadrian, cited by Dio Cassius, "Antinous was drowned in the Nilus."(D.C. 69.11) It is not known whether his death was the result of accident, suicide, murder, or religious sacrifice.
In October 130, according to Hadrian, cited by Dio Cassius, "Antinous was drowned in the Nilus."(D.C. 69.11) It is not known whether his death was the result of accident, suicide, murder, or religious sacrifice.
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