Reg.Nr. HA-2005/GR/04

Archaeological Sites around the Acropolis, Athens

Unification of the four archaeological sites around the Acropolis of Athens: The Slopes of the Acropolis, the Ancient Agora and the Areopagus Hill, the Roman Agora and the Library of Hadrian, the Western Hills (Hill of the Muses, Pnyx, Hill of the Nymphs). The main concept was ...
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Project details

Title:Archaeological Sites around the Acropolis, Athens
Entr. year: 2005
Result:Diploma
Country: Greece
Town: Athens
Category type: archaeological sites
Building type/ Project type: Urban renewal/design - Village renewal/design
Former use:Various
Actual use:Archaeological sites, cultural attractions
The Jury's citation: For the creation of a vast archaeological park in the historic centre of Athens which has clarified the ancient topography of the area and greatly enriched the experience of visitors.
GPS:37°58'0,0"N; 23°44'0,0"E
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Description:
Unification of the four archaeological sites around the Acropolis of Athens: The Slopes of the Acropolis, the Ancient Agora and the Areopagus Hill, the Roman Agora and the Library of Hadrian, the Western Hills (Hill of the Muses, Pnyx, Hill of the Nymphs). The main concept was the creation of a vast archaeological park in the historical centre of Athens, on either side of an important road axis which has been pedestrianised. The ancient topography of the area and networkof pathways have been recovered, he continuity between the sites clarified, and visitor circulation has become easier and more instructive. Extensive areas, until recently isolated or unknown, have also been made accessible.