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Parliament Building

Watch the Changing of the Guard

2 Vasilissis Sophias
Athens,
10671

Neighborhood: Syntagma

Nearest Train: Metro Line 2 & 3: Syntagma Station

Phone: +30 210 870 7000
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The focal point of Syntagma Square is the parliament building which stands at the highest point of the square. Built in 1840 under King Otto, this monumental building served as the royal palace until 1910, when it was destroyed by fire. It reopened in 1935 as the seat of the National Assembly. The changing of the guard (who are dressed in traditional uniform) takes place in front of the building every hour on the hour. This ceremony—which presents a great photo opportunity—is performed by a larger group of soldiers every Sunday at 10a.

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Wow, felt like I stepped back in time!
Amazing building, I saw it while shopping nearby (many nice shops are located there) and my kid went...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 06 2007

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