Athens
Explore Athens, the cradle of Western civilization and home to ancient wonders. Historic landmarks like the Acropolis stand alongside a lively urban culture. It’s a city where past and present meet seamlessly.
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1969 Keratea Olympic Airlines DC-6 crash -- 12/8/69
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2013 Neo Irakleio Golden Dawn office shooting
On 1 November 2013, two members of the Golden Dawn political party were killed, and a third injured in a drive-by shooting attack outside the offices of the Golden Dawn in Neo Ira…
Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis Museum in Athens, Greece, is an archaeological museum dedicated to the artifacts from the Acropolis site, showcasing over 4,250 objects across 14,000 square meters.…
Athens City Museum
The Athens City Museum, housed in the former royal palace of King Otto, offers a fascinating glimpse into the city's history and culture. It features a diverse collection of artif…
Athens Towers
Athens Towers is a prominent office complex in Athens, Greece, consisting of two buildings, with Tower 1 standing at 103 meters tall, making it the tallest building in Greece. Com…
Broadcasting House (Athens)
The Broadcasting House, also known as the House of Radio, is a significant Brutalist architectural landmark in Athens, Greece, serving as the headquarters for the Hellenic Broadca…
Etz Chaim Synagogue (Athens)
The Etz Chaim Synagogue, an Orthodox Jewish congregation in Athens, Greece, was completed in 1904 by Greek Romaniote Jews from Ioannina. Located in the Thiseio area, it is also kn…
German Archaeological Institute at Athens
The German Archaeological Institute at Athens, established in 1874, is a prominent research institute dedicated to Greek archaeology. Housed in a building funded by Heinrich Schli…
Greek Public Tobacco Factory
The Greek Public Tobacco Factory, located in Kolonos, Athens, was established in the early 20th century to manage the booming tobacco industry, which became a crucial part of Gree…
Grigoriou Lampraki 4-6
Grigoriou Lampraki 4-6, also known as the Tower in Glyfada, is a striking 12-floor residential building located in the vibrant suburb of Glyfada, Greece. Standing at approximately…
Hadrian's Library
Hadrian's Library, built by Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 132, is a remarkable ruin located on the north side of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. This monumental structure features…
Hadrian's Library
Hadrian's Library, built by Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 132, is a remarkable ruin located on the north side of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. This monumental structure features…
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