The Byzantine and Christian Museum on Vasilissis Sofias street is one of the most important Byzantine and post-Byzantine era museums in the world, with more than 25.000 objects dating from the 2nd century A.C. to the present. Containing exhibits acquired not only from Greece, but from Asia Minor and the Balkans as well, the museum, housed in the Villa Ilissia, is a magnificent example of 19th century architecture, dating from the earliest years of Greece’s liberation.
Designed by renowned Greek architect, Stamatios Kleanthis, the complex was originally built for the Duchess of Placentia, who had lived in Athens for many years. The main structure, a two-story building with a basement, was the Duchess’ primary residence. After her death, ownership of the property was transferred to the state, along with the other buildings in the complex. In 1926 the complex was assigned to house the Byzantine and Christian Museum and, after necessary alterations, opened its doors.
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Byzantine and Christian Museum
22 Vas. Sofias Ave., 106 75 Athens, Greece
Telephone: +30 213 213 9517
Email: info.bma@culture.gr
Website: www.byzantinemuseum.gr/en/
OPENING HOURS Monday: 08:30-15:30 Tuesday: closed Wednesday-Sunday: 08:30-15:30
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