Zappeion
Building in the National Gardens of Athens, Greece / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Zappeion (Greek: Ζάππειον Μέγαρο, romanized: Záppeion Mégaro, pronounced [ˈzapi.on ˈmeɣaro] ⓘ) is a large, palatial building next to the National Gardens of Athens in the heart of Athens, Greece. It is generally used for meetings and ceremonies, both official and private and is one of the city's most renowned modern landmarks.
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Zappeion Hall | |
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Ζάππειον Μέγαρο | |
Alternative names | Zappeio |
General information | |
Status | Conference and exhibition center |
Architectural style | Neoclassical architecture |
Location | Athens, Greece |
Coordinates | 37.970°N 23.737°E / 37.970; 23.737 |
Construction started | 20 January 1874 |
Opened | 20 October 1888 |
Owner | Greek state |
Design and construction | |
Architect(s) | Theophil Hansen |
Website | |
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