Elysium

According to Greek Mythology, Elysium was an ancient Greek paradise exclusively designated to heroes whom the gods had granted immortality. According to Homer, it was described as a land of perfect happiness. In Elysium, the “chosen few” were allowed to retain their memories of their past lives. The environment was peaceful and joyous, the inhabitants were able to enjoy the pleasures they experienced when alive, such as hunting, sports, music and feasts. The “selected few” were able to reside in Elysium for eternity. Some say that Elysium was even located on earth. Several names were given to Elysium by Virgil in The Aeneid, such as “Land of joy”, “The fortunate wood”, and the “Home of the Blessed”.

(Greek: Ἠλύσια πεδία the spelling Elysium is a Latinization of the Greek word Ἠλύσιον Elysion)