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Zappeion, Athens

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May 252009
 

Zappeion, Athens

Zappeion


The Zappeion is a building in the National Gardens of in the heart of , Greece. It is generally used for meetings and ceremonies, both official and private. In 1869, the Greek Parliament allocated 80,000 m² of public land between the and the ancient , and also passed a law on 30 November 30 1869, “for the building works of the Olympic Games”, as the Zappeion was the first building to be erected specifically for the revival of the Olympic Games in the modern world. The ancient was also refurbished as part of the works for the Olympic Games. Following some delay, on 20 January 20 1874, the cornerstone of the building was laid; this new building would be designed by Danish architect Theophil Hansen. [3] Finally, on 20 October 20 1888, the Zappeion opened.[3] Unfortunately for its benefactor, Evangelos Zappas, he did not live long enough to see the Zappeion built, and his cousin Konstantinos Zappas was nominated by Evangelos Zappas to complete the building. One of Athens travel attractions.
Athens GPS travel help: 37° 58′ 17″ N, 23° 44′ 11″ E

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Mount Lycabettus, Athens

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Jul 022008
 

is a Cretaceous in , Greece. At 277 meters above sea level, the hill (also known as Lycabettos or Lykabettos) is the highest point in the city that surrounds it. Pine trees cover its base, and at its peak are the 19th of St. George, a theatre, and a restaurant.

Mount Lycabettus, Athens

Mount Lycabettus


The hill is a popular tourist destination and can be ascended by the Lycabettus Funicular, a funicular railway which climbs the hill from a lower terminus at Kolonaki. Lycabettus appears in various legends. Popular stories suggest it was once the refuge of wolves, possibly the origin of its name (which means “the one (the hill) that is walked by wolves”). Mythologically, Lycabettus is credited to , who created it when she dropped a mountain she had been carrying from Pallene for the construction of the after the box holding was opened. Great for Athens travel guides.
GPS travel destinations: 37° 58′ 55″ N, 23° 44′ 35″ E

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Roman Agora, Athens

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Apr 202008
 

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The agora in had private housing, until it was reorganized by Peisistratus in the 6th century BC. Although he may have lived on the agora himself, he removed the other houses, closed wells, and made it the centre of . He also built a , fountains and a temple to the . Cimon later improved the agora by constructing new buildings and . In the 5th century BC there were temples constructed to , Zeus and Apollo.

Roman Agora, Athens

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The and the assembly of all citizens met elsewhere in Athens, but some public meetings, such as those to discuss ostracism, were held in the agora. Beginning in the period of the radical democracy (after 509 BC), the Boule, or city council, the Prytaneis, or presidents of the council, and the , or magistrates, all met in the agora. The law courts were located there, and any citizen who happened to be in the agora when a case was being heard, could be forced to serve as a juror; the Scythian archers, a kind of mercenary police force, often wandered the agora specifically looking for jurors. The agora in Athens again became a residential area during Roman and . Athens is great location.
Roman Agora, Athens GPS coordinates: 37° 58′ 30″ N, 23° 43′ 21″ E

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Jun 11, 12:00am at Saint George Lycabettus Hotel, 2 Kleomenous Street, Athens, AT

Jun 11, 12:00am at Saint George Lycabettus Hotel, 2 Kleomenous Street, Athens, AT

Jun 11, 12:00am at Saint George Lycabettus Hotel, 2 Kleomenous Street, Athens, AT
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Syntagma Square(Parliament), Athens

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Mar 262008
 

 Syntagma Square(Parliament), Athens

, is located in central , Greece. The Square is named after the Constitution King Othon was forced to grant the people after a popular and military uprising, on September 3, 1843. The square is bordered by Vassileos Georgiou A’ Street to the north, Othonos Street to the south, Filellinon Street to the west and Amalias Avenue to the east. The eastern side of the square is higher than the western, and dominated by a set of marble steps leading to Amalias Avenue; beneath these lies the Syntagma metro station. The stairs emerge below between a pair of outdoor cafes, and are a popular city-centre gathering place. Syntagma also includes two green areas to the north and south, planted with shade trees, while in the center of the square a large water fountain traditionally hosts the occasionally sighted Syntagma pigeons, along with heat-tormented Athenians during the summer. is great city with lot of historical . Great food and wine.  Great for 2008. 

GPS travel location:  37° 58′ 32″ N, 23° 44′ 5″ E

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