Agora Roman, see 212 photos

(Source: GREECE all time classic).
"The Roman Agora is located by the Plaka area) it was an architectural complex, built between 19 and 11 B.C., consisting of a large rectangular court surrounded by colonnades (stoas). Behind the stoas were various shops.
Gate of Athena Archegetis. Located at the west side of the area. A monumental gateway with four Doric columns and a pediment of Pentelic marble, preserved iv excellent condition.
Kyristus Clock - Tower of Winds. On the eastern side of the Roman Agora stands an octagonal monument. The clock of Andronicus Kyristus constructed in the 1er century BC, was a hydraulic clock. On each face of the clock can be seen bas - reliefs of the eight winds. The monument was named "Winds" from the depictions".




















































































































































































































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