Vorres Museum, Athens

Name: Vorres Museum
Address: Athens, Greece

#229 among attractions in Athens

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The Vorres Museum is a diachronic museum of folk and contemporary art in Paiania, Athens, Greece. Its grounds cover 80 acres including several buildings, gardens and courtyards. Its collection includes over 6000 pieces covering 4000 years of Greek history and art. The museum has been donated by the Vorres family to the Greek state. ()

Local name: Μουσείο ΒορρέCoordinates: 37°57'7"N, 23°50'51"E

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Vorres Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Attica Zoological Park, Badminton Theater, Kaisariani Monastery, Goudi Olympic Complex.

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Ample zoo with dolphin shows
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Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
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Monastery, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
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Museum, Art museum
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City, Area
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Museum
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Area
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~1040 ftSE
Town, Area
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Area
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