NOTABLE MONUMENTS AND BUILDINGS

THE SACRED RESIDENCE OF GEOMETRIC TIMES
It consists of seven (rectangular shaped) spaces with one hall at both sides. The structure exhibits many common elements with the sacred residence of Eleusis. Judging from the remains of sacrifices found in the area, it has been theorized that it was used many times for the purposes of worship.

THE GYMNASIUM (1st Century B.C. – 1st Century A.D.)
A large rectangular building with an interior colonnade and rooms to the northern side. Inside, there is also another, smaller space intended as a wrestling ring.

THE COLONNADE BUILDING (4th Century B.C.)
A large building with an interior colonnade. Some think it was a wrestling ring while others think it was an annex to the Gymnasium.

THE EARLY HELLADIC VAULTED RESIDENCE
It consists of an entrance-way, main chamber and a storage room. It has been theorized that this was the prehistoric residence of Akadimus.

THE ADDRESS

Academy of Plato (Archaeological Area)
Kratilou 20-22
10442 Athens (Greece)
Tel. +30 210 - 3219776

HOW TO GET THERE

BY BUS: 051

BY FOOT: From Metaxourgio Metro Station, follow Lenorman Street for 1 km and turn left onto Tripoleos Street, which will lead you to the Academy of Plato.

Nightlife

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Gastronomy

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I STANI
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