SYNTAGMA SQUARE .... The history of Syntagma Square in Athens is literally the modern history of the city itself and the central point for visitors in the Greek capital. Syntagma Square and—three quarters of a mile to the north—Omonoia Square, are completely intertwined with the history of the city and Greece in general from the King Otto reign (1832-1862) until today. Syntagma (Constitution) has always been the promenade square of the city and was the gathering point for the cream of Athenian society in the late 19th and early 20th century.
PLAKA.... The historic district of Plaka, in central Athens, is situated under the Acropolis, around the northeastern slopes of the Sacred Rock, between Syntagma and Monastiraki metro stations. Its village-like atmosphere, neoclassical buildings, quaint cafes, souvenir shops and museums make it a favourite among visitors and Athenians who stroll along its narrow streets. Here is a historical snapshot of the oldest neighbourhood in Athens. Built on top of ancient Athens’ residential zones, Plaka is known as the ‘Neighborhood of the Gods’ thanks to its close proximity to the Acropolis and its many archaeological sites. The district mainly developed around the ruins of the Ancient Agora in an area that has been uninterruptedly inhabited since ancient times.
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