Odeion of Perikles
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A columned structure on the southeast slope of the Acropolis of Athens, built in imitation of the tent of Xerxes after 479 BC, which was used for musical performances and as a lawcourt. It was destroyed in the Sullan Sack of 86 BC, but repaired in the mid-1st century BC.
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FAQ
Where is Odeion of Perikles?
Odeion of Perikles is located in Αναφιώτικα, Περιφέρεια Αττικής, Greece. Coordinates: 37.97056, 23.72861.
What kind of place is Odeion of Perikles?
A columned structure on the southeast slope of the Acropolis of Athens, built in imitation of the tent of Xerxes after 479 BC, which was used for musical performances and as a lawcourt. It was destroyed in the Sullan Sack of 86 BC, but repa
How do I get to Odeion of Perikles?
You can navigate to Odeion of Perikles via Google Maps or Apple Maps using the coordinates 37.97056, 23.72861.
What was Odeion of Perikles called in antiquity?
In antiquity it was known as “Ὠδεῖον”, attested in 26 ancient texts.
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