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Institutions in Athens
Taking into account the country’s archaeological wealth, the need for an effective archaeological service becomes obvious. Not only Greek, but also numerous foreign archaeological institutions operate in the city of Athens. The main establishments of higher learning include the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (established in 1837) and the National Technical University of Athens (established in 1836). A thriving theatrical tradition that constitutes a big part of the national identity is evidenced by innumerable theatres dotting the city. Of these, the National Theatre of Athens is the most prestigious venue. Characteristically, many societies devoted to the study of local and regional archaeology, history and folklore play a crucial role in the city’s intellectual and cultural development.
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Athens Stock Exchange
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Address: Athinon Street
Phone: +30 210 33 66 217
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Website: http://www.ase.gr/default_en.asp
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The Athens Stock Exchange (ASE) has already established itself as a traditional institution. It was inaugurated in 1876, only half a century after the country gained its independence. Initially located in the district of Psiris, a commercial area set close to the city centre, it relocated to its new building in 2007.
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Athens Academy
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Address: 28 Panepistimiou Avenue
Phone: +30 210 36 00 209
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Website: http://www.academyofathens.gr/
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The national academy of Greece, and the principal research institute of the country, the Academy was founded in 1926, and is still working uder the aegis of the Greek Ministry of Education. Its main building, representing an important piece of Neo-classical architecture, is often included in itineraries as one of Athens' noteworthy landmarks.
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University of Athens
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Address: 15 Ippokratous Street
Phone: +30 210 36 88 221
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Website: http://www.uoa.gr/
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A well-established institution, the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the country's oldest academic entity of the eastern Mediterranean. Established in 1837, the university is currently the second-largest higher education institution in Greece, ranked after the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. The University is located in the residence of architect Stamatis Kleanthes, at the northern end of the Acropolis. Once known as the Othonian University, it is often referred to by that name.
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Archaeological Society of Athens
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Address: 9 Ploutarchou Street
Phone: +30 01 3646 043
e-mail: archet@otenet.gr.
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Website: http://www.archetai.gr/site/
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The Archaeological Society of Athens, a subdivision of the Hellenic Republic's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, was founded in 1837, less than two decades after the Greek State was established. Following efforts to continue the archaeological excavations on the sites, the preserverance of ancient objects, and the maintenance of the various displays of antiquities throughout the country, the state funded the archaeological society and presented it with a permanent building.
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Athens City Hall
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Address: Kotzia Square
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This three-storey structure with a marble propylon at the entrance is among the emblematic buildings of Athens. Its ground level is entirely clad in marble, with certain sections being decorated with ironwork. The main entrance is also coated in marble, and the separate levels have exquisite cornices. Further notable is the building's fine marble balcony.
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National Library
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Address: 32 Eleftherios Venizelos Ave
Phone: +30 210 36 14 413
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The National Library of Athens, an emblematic academic institution, comprises three principal sections, the largest of which accommodates the infamous Reading Room. This part is accessed via a Doric collonade, copying the designs of the Temple of Hephaestus in Thisson's Ancient Agora.
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National Theatre of Athens
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Address: 22 Aghiou Konstantinou Street
Phone: +30 210 52 20 585
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This structure displays the clear influence of the Corinthian style and is cleverly incorporated in its traditional Neo-classical layout. The National Theatre also bears some traces of Renaissance decoration. Erected in the period of 1895 – 1901, this structure is the work of German architect Hernest Ziller, the person responsible for the majority of important buildings in Athens. This one operated as the official royal theatre for the King up to 1908, when it became a public theatre.
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Athens Polytechnic
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Address: 28 Oktovriou
Phone: +30 210 77 22 017
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Website: http://www.ntua.gr/
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The National Technical University of Athens, often referred to as the Polytechnic, is the second most significant academic institution in Greece. Known as one of the most prestigious higher education schools in the country, it also contributes to politics and has a vivid academic life. Founded in 1836, it started off as a part-time vocational school.
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