Athens' history condensed here!!

📜【Historical Background】 This neoclassical building was formerly the Greek Parliament House In 1962, it was transformed into the National Historical Museum It encapsulates Greece's modern history from the 15th to the 20th century The museum houses weapons from the War of Independence, swords of national heroes, and documents from the Ottoman era It even features Lord Byron's helmet and sword, making it a "textbook of modern Greek history" In front of the museum stands the equestrian statue of Kolokotronis, built to commemorate the leader of the 1821 War of Independence 🚌 Public Transportation: Metro Line 2, Panepistimio Station, 3-minute walk Bus routes 550/560 to Syntagma Station 🚇 From Syntagma Square: 7-minute walk (Recommended! You can explore the Plaka Old Town along the way) 🎫【Ticket Discounts】 Full ticket: €10 | Discounted ticket: €5 (students, retirees) 🆓 Free entry on: March 25 (Independence Day) May 18 (International Museum Day) October 28 (National Day) 💡 Student Benefits: EU students can directly purchase discounted tickets Non-EU students need a student ID + registration proof 1️⃣【Permanent Exhibitions】 * First Floor: War of Independence special exhibition, including revolutionary flags original battle maps * Second Floor: Byzantine and Ottoman artifacts ornate manuscripts and miniature paintings * Third Floor: Modern Greek history military equipment and visual materials from WWI to WWII 2️⃣【Hidden Gems】 * Lord Byron Memorabilia Exhibition: His personal sword and handwritten letters to Greece * Courtyard Sculpture Group: Three bronze statues commemorating three prime ministers ⏰ Opening Hours * Summer (June-August): Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-16:00 (weekends open at 10:00) * Winter (September-May): Tuesday to Friday 9:00-16:00, weekends 10:00-16:00 * Closed: Every Monday, holidays announced separately While this museum may not be as awe-inspiring as the Acropolis, it allows you to touch the most authentic pulse of modern Greece From the smoke of the War of Independence to the dawn of modern civilization, every exhibit tells the story of this nation's resilience and glory Make sure to reserve 2-3 hours Take your time to savor this "living history book"!