Housed in a beautifully restored neoclassical building in the Kerameikos neighborhood, the Benaki Museum of Islamic Art holds one of the most significant collections of Islamic art in Europe, spanning from the 7th to the 19th century. Its treasures include exquisite metalwork, ceramics, glassware, textiles, and carved woodwork from across the Islamic world, from Persia and Mesopotamia to Egypt and the Ottoman Empire. A highlight of the collection is a magnificent reconstructed reception room from a Cairo mansion, offering visitors a vivid glimpse into the refined aesthetics of Islamic domestic architecture.
Hours: Th-Su 10:00-18:00
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Benaki's Museum of Islamic Art is located in Αθήνα, Περιφέρεια Αττικής, Greece. Coordinates: 37.97923, 23.72034.
Housed in a beautifully restored neoclassical building in the Kerameikos neighborhood, the Benaki Museum of Islamic Art holds one of the most significant collections of Islamic art in Europe, spanning from the 7th to the 19th century. Its t
You can navigate to Benaki's Museum of Islamic Art via Google Maps or Apple Maps using the coordinates 37.97923, 23.72034.
Th-Su 10:00-18:00