Athens
Parliament Building
Watch the Changing of the Guard
2 Vasilissis Sophias
Athens, 106 71
Nearest Train: Metro Line 2 & 3: Syntagma Station
Phone: +30 210 870 7000
The focal point of Syntagma Square is the parliament building which stands at the highest point of the square. Built in 1840 under King Otto, this monumental building served as the royal palace until 1910, when it was destroyed by fire. It reopened in 1935 as the seat of the National Assembly. The changing of the guard (who are dressed in traditional uniform) takes place in front of the building every hour on the hour. This ceremony—which presents a great photo opportunity—is performed by a larger group of soldiers every Sunday at 10a.
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