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Herod Atticus Odeon, Athens

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The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone theatre structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. The building was completed in 161 AD and then renovated in 1950.
It was built in 161 AD by the Athenian magnate Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, Aspasia Annia Regilla. It was originally a steep-sloped theater with a three-story stone front wall and a wooden roof made of expensive, cedar of Lebanon timber. It was used as a venue for music concerts with a capacity of 5,000. It lasted intact until it was destroyed and left in ruins by the Heruli in 267 AD.
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  • We didn’t have this on our list but came across this whilst visiting the Acropolis as it’s in the same grounds and what an amazing sight , would love to see this hosting an event 
    We didn’t have this on our list but came across this whilst visiting the Acropolis as it’s in the same grounds and what an amazing sight , would love to see this hosting an event  more »
  • Part of the Acropolis site. You get a great view of the site and theater. Nice place to be amazed at the beauty and marvel at the ability of the greek civilization. Worth visiting and seeing. Great... 
    Part of the Acropolis site. You get a great view of the site and theater. Nice place to be amazed at the beauty and marvel at the ability of the greek civilization. Worth visiting and seeing. Great...  more »
  • Amazing it’s a must stop on the way to the top or before you leave (depending on your entrance) the theater it’s self is stunning and then add the background of Athens, amazing photo op! 
    Amazing it’s a must stop on the way to the top or before you leave (depending on your entrance) the theater it’s self is stunning and then add the background of Athens, amazing photo op!  more »
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  • Unbelievably beautiful theater. The most complete I’ve ever seen. The backdrop of the Parthenon combined with it’s own backdrop of the stage really make for an impressive site to see. I always knew these were steep, but when you see it in person, you really get a sense of how truly steep they really are. What’s amazing is there are still concerts here from time to time. Would love to come back and check one out in the future one day.
  • Super interesting experience when a show is playing. It feels like you tare in ancient Greece, super nice. There are spectacles all the time there, info available at info point outside. Really hot in summer but worth the money and the sweat. Not the best sound for orchestras and operas and stuff but the experience is wort it
  • An experience of a lifetime to see a concert here. Beautiful amphitheater. Sound was amazing! We were so happy that we saw Sting here. Yes, feels like you are in ancient times. Magical place.
  • Beautiful amphitheater that is still in use today! Unfortunately none of the shows lined up with our stay in Athens so we could experience one first hand, but I heard from locals that they are really something to experience. You can also view the amphitheater from the Acropolis grounds, which give an interesting top-down view and shows how the theater is functioning to this day!
  • Beautiful open theatre still hosting performances. Steep marble steps with cushioned stadium seating don't detract from the incredible 360 degree views. Breezy but pleasant. Modern toilets and good refreshment selection and service.

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