Some of Athens's archetectural landmarks were destroyed in the post- World War II years to make way for modern buildings that epitomized the rapid economic growth of the country.
Athens was the yougest capital in Europe in the 19th century and it's urban development began from scratch in those years.
Giving it a unique style that combined impressive Neclassical buildings with humble homes for the poor classes. This Athens has now completely gone.
The destruction of the Second World War along with the ecnomic boom that Greece expirienced in the 1950 and 1970 into a chaotic concrete jungle.
Here's a list of its arhitectural landmarks that have been losr.
1. The Actaion Hotel built in 1903 in Neon Phaliron and was the destination of Athenian elite.
2. The Megaron Negreponte this beautiful piece of architecture stood at Syntagma Square.
3. The Grand Hotel Holiday Resort.
4. The Villa Margherita
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