[2693] From its abounding in snakes (ὄφεις) and scorpions.
[2694] Now Mycono, south-east of Tenos and east of Delos. It was famous in ancient mythology as one of the places where Hercules was said to have defeated the Giants. It was also remarkable for the great proportion of bald persons among its inhabitants.
[2695] So called from its resemblance to two breasts, μαζοι.
[2696] Wheeler says that the distance is but three miles; Tournefort, six.
[2697] Once famous for its gold and silver mines, but equally notorious for the bad character of its people. It is now called Siphno.
[2698] Now Serpho, lying between Cythnos and Siphnus.
[2699] Now Fermina, according to Hardouin.
[2700] Between Ceos and Seriphus. It is now called Thermia. Cydias the painter was born here, and it was famous for its cheeses. Its modern name is derived from its hot springs, which are much frequented.
[2701] Still called Delos; and, though so celebrated, nothing more than a mere rock, five miles in circumference.
[2702] That is, according to Varro, whose statement is ridiculed by Seneca. Some of the editors, however, punctuate this passage differently, making it to mean, “the only island that has never experienced an earthquake. Mucianus however has informed us, that down to the time of M. Varro, it has been twice so visited.”