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Architecture

Athens is a melting pot of many different architectural styles, ranging from Greco-Roman, Neo-Classical, to modern.

 

Many of the most prominent buildings of the city are either Greco-Roman or neo-classical in style. Some of the neo-classical buildings to be found are public buildings erected during the mid-nineteenth century under the guidance of Theophil Freiherr von Hansen:

* Greek Parliament

* Zappeion Hall

* Old Parliament (1875-1932) (Now the National Historical Museum[30]

* Athens Academy

* University of Athens

* Athens Town Hall

 

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