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Athens Arch of Hadrian
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Theatre of Dionysus
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Theatre of Dionysus
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View of The Parthenon
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Temple of Olympian Zeus
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Sanctuary of Zeus Polieus
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Odeon of Herodes Atticus
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Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athens, Attica, 105 55, Greece

The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stunning ancient open-air theatre built in AD 161 on the southwest slope of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. It remains one of the most iconic venues for music and performance in the world.

uilt by Herodes Atticus, a wealthy Roman senator, in memory of his wife Regilla. Originally featured a cedar wood roof and a three-story facade of arches, showcasing Roman architectural grandeur. Destroyed in AD 267, it remained in ruins until its restoration in the 1950s, which revived its use as a performance venue.

The theatre seats approximately 5,000 people on stone benches. Its acoustics and design make it ideal for musical performances, echoing its original purpose as an odeon—a venue for music contests.

Artists such as Luciano Pavarotti, Maria Callas, and Sting have performed here, making it a cultural landmark.

References

  1. en.wikipedia.org>
  2. www.thisisathens.org
  3. aefestival.gr
  4. whyathens.com
  5. athenscabs.com
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Piraeus Gallery

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Athens

Athens is the capital and largest city of Greece, renowned as the cradle of Western civilization and the birthplace of democracy. With a history spanning over 3,400 years, it blends ancient heritage with vibrant modern life.

Founded in prehistoric times, Athens has been continuously inhabited since the 11th millennium BC. It rose to prominence in the 5th century BC under leaders like Pericles, becoming a center for philosophy, arts, and politics. Home to legendary figures such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, Athens shaped the foundations of Western thought.

Today, Athens is a bustling metropolis with a population of over 3.8 million in its metropolitan area.

Acropolis of Athens: A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring the Parthenon and other ancient temples.

References

www.visitgreece.gr, www.welcome-greece.gr en.wikipedia.org

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