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Harokopos Mansion (Benaki Museum)

Koumbari 1, 10674, Athens
Koumbari 1, 10674, Athens

Description

The Harokopos Mansion is one of the most stunning neoclassical-style buildings in the city center, across from the National Garden and the Hellenic Parliament. It was converted into a museum order to house the collections of Benaki Family.

Address Information

Koumbari 1
Kolonaki
10674
Athens
Attica, Greece
Greece
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Phone

+302103671000

+302103671000

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