Pottery Collection at the Tzisdarakis Mosque (Tzami), Athens
1 Areos, Athens 10555
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The mosque overlooking Monastiraki Square was built in 1759 under Ottoman rule. After the liberation of Athens, it was ... More
Pottery Collection at the Tzisdarakis Mosque (Tzami)
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The mosque overlooking Monastiraki Square was built in 1759 under Ottoman rule. After the liberation of Athens, it was transformed into a museum, where a collection of traditional Greek handicrafts was exhibited. Nowadays, the Tzami, as it is known by the Athenians, houses the Pottery Collection of the Museum of Greek Folk Art. The collection, donated by V. Kyriazopoulos, consists of splendid works by contemporary artists but also includes everyday ceramic objects, as well as tourist souvenirs.
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The world famous goldsmith Ilias Lalaounis has always been fascinated by antique jewels. So it comes as no surprise that
many of his designs were inspired by Greek and Asian history. A 3,000 piece collection (including some of his ...
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Illustrating the civilizations, myths and religions that flourished in Greece over a period of more than 1,000 years, the Acropolis,
the site of four of the greatest masterpieces of classical Greek art the Parthenon, the Propylaea, the Erechtheum ...
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The Classical Athens Imperial is set in the historical centre of Athens, halfway between Omonia square and the old city
of Plaka. The closest airport is Athens Airport, approximate driving time is 40 minutes. The airport is easily accessible ...
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