Monuments and Memorials
This collection spans Greece's extensive history, from the 5th-century BCE architectural triumphs of the Acropolis and Parthenon to modern revolutionary memorials. It includes the Tower of the Winds, an ancient meteorological station, and the Roman-era Odeon of Herodes Atticus. The list also features Ottoman heritage at the Çelebi Sultan Mehmed Mosque and monuments dedicated to key figures like King Pyrrhus and Georgios Karaiskakis, highlighting events from the Hellenistic period through the Greek War of Independence.
A Acropolis
Ancient citadel featuring iconic Greek temples and ruins, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
B Parthenon
Ancient Greek temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, known for its classical architecture and historical significance. It is a major archaeological site and symbol of ancient Greek heritage.
C Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Ancient Roman stone theatre renowned for its classical architecture and cultural significance. It hosts concerts and festivals in an open-air setting.
D Syntagma Square
Central historic square featuring a large water fountain and green areas. Known for its proximity to significant buildings including the Greek Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
E Choragic Monument of Lysicrates
Ancient Greek circular monument built in the Corinthian order, serving as a memorial and historical ruin.
F Temple of Athena Nike
Classical Ionic temple built in the fifth century BCE, dedicated to Athena as the goddess of victory, featuring historic friezes and notable Greek architecture.
G Tower of the Winds
Ancient octagonal tower serving as the first meteorological station and historic clock tower, featuring engraved wind symbols and Hellenistic architectural elements.
H Tomb of Unknown Soldier
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a war memorial located in Syntagma Square in Athens, in front of the Old Royal Palace.
I Cenotaph of Leonidas
A 5th-century BCE monument in Sparta constructed from large limestone blocks. Although often called a tomb, it is a cenotaph dedicated to the Spartan King Leonidas, who led the Greeks at the Battle of Thermopylae.
J King Pyrrhus I
Pyrrhus was a Greek king and statesman of the Hellenistic period. He was king of the Molossians, of the royal Aeacid house, and later he…
K Çelebi Sultan Mehmed Mosque
The Çelebi Sultan Mehmed Mosque, also known as the Bayezid Mosque and the Great Mosque, is an early 15th-century Ottoman mosque in…
L Memorial of Greek Resistance
The Greek resistance involved armed and unarmed groups from across the political spectrum that resisted the Axis occupation of Greece in…
M Yannis Makriyannis
Yiannis Makriyiannis, born Ioannis Triantaphyllou, was a Greek merchant, military officer, politician and author, best known today for his…
N Battle of Peta
The Battle of Peta or Battle of Petta was fought between the Greeks led by Alexandros Mavrokordatos with Markos Botsaris and the Ottomans…
O Georgios Karaiskakis
Georgios Karaiskakis, born Georgios Karaiskos, was a famous Greek military commander and a leader of the Greek War of Independence.
Cross Imperatice
A memorial cross located on the coast of Crete, dedicated to the passengers and crew of the Austrian steamship Imperatrice, which sank off the coast of Elafonisi in February 1907.
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