Modern and older monuments of Patras
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Rio Antirrio Bridge
The Rio Antirrio Bridge, also known as “Charilaos Trikoupis”, connects since 2004 the Peloponnese with Central Greece on their western side and at the same time expands and connects the Ionian Road with the E55 highway. Its length with the accesses reaches 2,883 meters and is made to withstand a 7.4 magnitude earthquake, a Category 5 hurricane and a 180,000 ton ship collision. The bridge has sidewalks on both sides with access from stairwells to Rio and Antirrio side. On the toll side there is an elevated footbridge that connects the walk route. The bridge also has a showroom right next to the toll station on the side of Antirrio. There is a special parking lot in both directions and before the tolls. In the direction of Antirrio you will park at the entrance of the bridge operation building which also houses the exhibition space while in the direction of Rio you will need to cross the elevated footbridge over the tolls. After communication and if the weather conditions are good it is possible to organize a visit with specialized engineers of the Bridge in order to analyze the technical characteristics of the project.
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Address: 300 20, Antirrio Aitoloakarnanias
Phone : +30 26340 39010, +30 26340 39011
e-mail: [email protected]
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Roman Odeon (closed)
The Roman Odeon of Patras is a building from Roman times and was probably built in the years of August around the first half of the 2nd century AD. At the end of the 3rd century AD and after a catastrophic fire its services were ceased. Over the years, earthworks followed until 1889 when it was rediscovered. Restoration works were completed in 1963 and today it is used as a venue for concerts and theatrical performances with a capacity of 2200 people and intense activity in cultural events during the summer months. The place is visitable. Guided tour of the site and its history is at your own risk as no such service is provided on site. During this period is closed to the public and events as it is undergoing maintenance.
Free Admission
Address: Palaion Patron Germanou and Sotiriadou
Phone : +30 2610 223587
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Patra’s Castle
The castle of Patras is an old fortress of the city built in the second half of the 6th AD by Justinian. In its long history during the Byzantine period it has been under occupation of the Franks, then passed to the Venetians, was liberated by Palaiologos and was occupied by the Turks throughout the period of Ottoman rule. After its liberation from the French and from 1828 it is Greek, with a break during the German Nazi occupation. Today the site is open to the public and is a beautiful walk after its renovation and reconstruction projects. You can wander in the area of 22,725 sq.m. enclosing the walls and you will find gardens, cobbled paths, towers and great views of the city and the gulf of Patras. Guided tour of the site and its history is at your own risk as no such service is provided on site.
Free Admission
Visiting Hours : 8.30 – 15.30 every day except Tuesdays and holidays
Address: Frouriou 56, 262 25, Patras
Phone : +30 2610 623390
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Patra’s Roman Stadium
It is located in the center of the city below the Roman Odeon, parallel to Hephaestus Street with a length of 200 meters and a width of 90. It was built in 80, 90 BC under King Domitian and is likely to have host sports, theater and music games as well as Roman duels . Today imited parts of it are on the surface as it is located in a residential area and a large part of it has been built since 1870, which until then was fully visible. Guided tour of the site and its history is at your own risk as no such service is provided on site.
Free Admission
Visiting Hours : 8.30 – 15.30 every day except Tuesdays and holidays
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Mycenaean Cemetery of Voudeni
It is part of the region of the Mycenaean world with findings from a prehistoric settlement and a cemetery dating from 1500 BC. The 18-acre park is visitable and includes 78 carved chambered tombs, some of which can be visited inside and ruins of a nearby settlement. Many of the finds such as utensils, tools, jewelry, statuettes are on display at the Archaeological Museum of Patras. After consultation, a 15-minute video is shown with information and analysis about the tour and the findings concerning the Mycenaean park. Guided tour of the site and its history is at your own risk as no such service is provided on site.
Admission 2 euro
Reduced ticket 1 euro
Address: Liapaiika, 265 04 Patra
Phone : +30 2610 459354
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Apollon Theater
The construction of the theater was completed in 1872 with designs by the German architect Ernest Ziller and is a faithful miniature of the La Scala in Milan. It is one of the oldest indoor theaters in modern history and perhaps the most architecturally important building in the city. The theater has a capacity of 240 people, is the headquarters of DI.PE.THE Patras with theatrical performances and hosts other theatrical and musical productions throughout the year.
Address: 31 Vas.Georgiou Sq, 262 21 Patra
Phone : +30 2610 273613
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Vas.Georgiou sq. fountains
The central square of Vassileos (King) Georgiou is decorated, among other elements, with two bronze fountains. A place for appointments and many times the wishes of passers-by. Each fountain is decorated with four bronze winged lions in a large marble carved basin while at the top of one fountain stands an aquarius and on the other, a piper. They were installed in 1974 by the French company for the construction of municipal plumbing works in the city. Similar ones are found in various European cities, in France, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Piraeus.
Achaia Clauss
In 1861 Gustavos Klaus founded the winery company Achaia Klaus. Since then it has been active without interruption until today. It has been awarded dozens of awards, commendations, honorary titles, medals and diplomas and vinifies a series of wines, including the well-known name Mavrodafni, which was given in honor of his then fiancée, the brunette Daphne. Stone buildings, cobbled alleys, large carved oak barrels, large cellars and halls, a music venue, majestic gardens and great views compose a unique landscape worth visiting. After communication, tastings and guided tours are organized, as well as tours for groups of pupils, students, specialists in the field and anyone interested. In some cases, cultural and entertainment events take place.
Address: Petroto, 262 23 Patra
Phone : +30 2610 580100
e-mail : [email protected]
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