Zappeion

Zappeion Hall
Ζάππειον Μέγαρο
Zappeion is located in Athens
Zappeion
Location within Athens
Alternative names
Zappeio
General information
StatusConference and exhibition center
Architectural style
Neoclassical architecture
LocationAthens, Greece
Coordinates37°58′12″N 23°44′13″E / 37.970°N 23.737°E / 37.970; 23.737
Construction started
20 January 1874
Opened20 October 1888
OwnerGreek state
Design and construction
ArchitectTheophil Hansen
Website
Official website

The Zappeion (Greek: Ζάππειον Μέγαρο, romanized: Záppeion Mégaro, pronounced [ˈzapi̯on ˈmeɣaɾo] ⓘ) is a large, palatial building next to the National Gardens of Athens in the heart of Athens, Greece. It is generally used for meetings and ceremonies, both official and private, and is one of the city's most renowned modern landmarks.