Musée d'Histoire

Byzantine and Christian Museum

Name: Byzantine and Christian Museum
Address: 22 Leof. Vasilissis Sofias, Athina, GR

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Eleni

January 14, 2022

This museum is one of Athens' jewels. The Museum has over 30,000 unique artefacts from the 3rd century AD to the 21th century AD. There is permanent exhibition includes amongst other unique icons, paintings, manuscripts ceramics, textiles and mosaics. Lovely spot, full of beautiful roses. Highly recommend as a nice private park to go with little kids

Adamantia

July 5, 2020

A trove of religious art and artefacts from the Byzantium, housed in an enchanting monastery-style building and gardens. It wa built in 1848, in the style of a Florentine palace. A 12,000-sqm underground wing was added in the 1990s. With more than 25,000 artefacts in its possession, the museum’s collection of Early Christian, Byzantine and Medieval religious artefacts is unsurpassed in size and scope. Must-see: While Byzantine culture was almost entirely concerned with religious expression, the diversity of the techniques, subjects and approaches used throughout the Byzantine Empire is extraordinary. Look out for miniature sculptures on themes such as the ‘Descent into Hell’ and a ninth-century relief carving of the ‘Tree of Life’.

Harry

June 5, 2019

One of the best museums globally for byzantine art and culture. Recently renovated it is well worth a visit! The museum's garden and restaurant are also very enjoyable.