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The Parliament of the Hellenes (Greek: Βουλή των Ελλήνων, romanized: Voulí ton Ellínon), commonly known as the Hellenic Parliament (Greek: Ελληνικό Κοινοβούλιο, romanized: Ellinikó Koinovoúlio), is the unicameral legislature of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens.
Hellenic Parliament Building, ochre-coloured Neoclassical building on the east side of Sintagma Square in Athens, Greece, that houses Greece’s legislative body. The building was designed in 1836 by German architect Friedrich vom Gartner as was built (1836-43) as a palace for King Otto.
The history of the impressive building of the Hellenic Parliament is intimately linked to the history of the Modern Greek state. Initially, the building served as the palace of Kings Otto and George I.
Parliament capitalizes on parliamentary diplomacy for building ‘bridges’ in favor of stronger cooperation between people, bringing the people closer together and encouraging an exchange of views and ideas while forging ties of friendship and promoting the image of Greece abroad.
Each 1hr30min long guided tour is free of charge and offers visitors the opportunity to discover the Assembly Hall, as well as to learn about Modern Greek history, the form of government in Greece, parliamentary procedures and the history of the Hellenic Parliament building.
26 maj 2024 · The Hellenic Parliament, formerly the Old Royal Palace, is not only a striking architectural landmark but also a powerful symbol of Greece‘s transition from monarchy to democracy. Let‘s delve into the rich history and significance of this iconic institution.
In the heart of Athens, north of Syntagma Square, stands an austere Neoclassical building that now houses the Parliament of Greece. The three-floor building of the Hellenic Parliament has two entrances, one on the west side used for the entrance of the Members of the Parliament (MPs), and another on the front side, facing the Tomb of the ...
