Plaka

Plaka
Πλάκα
Neighborhood
Typical houses of Plaka
Location within Athens
Coordinates: 37°58′20″N 23°43′50″E / 37.97222°N 23.73056°E / 37.97222; 23.73056
CountryGreece
RegionAttica
CityAthens
Websitewww.cityofathens.gr

Pláka (Greek: Πλάκα) is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis, and incorporating labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture. Plaka is built on top of the residential areas of the ancient town of Athens. It is known as the "Neighborhood of the Gods" due to its proximity to the Acropolis and its many archaeological sites.

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