Zappeion

Zappeion Hall
Ζάππειον Μέγαρο
Alternative names	Zappeio
General information
Status	Conference and exhibition center
Architectural style	Neoclassical architecture
Location	Athens, Greece
Coordinates	37°58′12″N 23°44′13″E / 37.970°N 23.737°E / 37.970; 23.737
Construction started	20 January 1874
Opened	20 October 1888
Owner	Greek state
Design and construction
Architect(s)	Theophil Hansen
Website
Official website

The Zappeion (Greek: Ζάππειον Μέγαρο, romanized: Záppeion Mégaro, pronounced [ˈzapi.on ˈmeɣaro] ^ⓘ) is a large, palatial building next to the National Gardens of Athens in the heart of Athens, Greece. It is generally used for meetings and ceremonies, both official and private and is one of the city's most renowned modern landmarks.