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The best spot to visit in Athens is the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

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This was such a cool experience! The view from the top of the building was amazing, and the architecture was fantastic

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That looks amazing!! What can I do there?
 
greggd12 said:
That looks amazing!! What can I do there?
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They have amazing performances like operas, plays and shows! ALthough not now because of covid :(
 
I have heard that this is a great cultural center. I am looking forward to the day when these cultural events and performances start back up!
 
Yes I saw a musical performance there is was fantastic!
 
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