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Choragic Monument of Lysicrates

Name: Choragic Monument of Lysicrates
Rating: 4.5

4.5 ·

Discover the Choragic Monument of Lysicrates, a theatre trophy turned landmark. Circle the carved marble pedestal in its quiet Plaka square and picture the ancient festival contests it celebrated.

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Full description

The Choragic Monument of Lysicrates is a small, elaborately carved circular monument that once displayed the bronze tripod awarded to the sponsor of a winning chorus at ancient festivals honouring Dionysus. It stands on a pedestal in a small square at the foot of the Acropolis, on Tripodon Street, among shops and shaded walkways.

Free and viewable at any hour, it is a compact stop that appeals especially to theatre lovers. Reviewers note the signage is modest, so it is easy to walk past without noticing.

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Address

Epimenidou 3, Athina 105 58, Greece · Athina

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

morning, afternoon, early evening or evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Look for the small square at the end of Tripodon Street, as signage is limited
visit in the evening when the surrounding cafes are lively
allow only about 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Tripodon holds the Guinness World Record as the oldest street in Athens and throughout Europe and has kept the same name for almost 25 centuries. In ancient Greece, Tripodon street was used to connect the Ancient Agora of Athens with the Theater of Dionysus. That’s why it was widely known as the “street of theater and…

Arzu Aktayli

2/5

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