Library of Hadrian

The Library of Hadrian is public gathering place of the Roman times and is impressive for its size.

After the destruction of the library by the Heruli, the late Roman wall was built and incorporated in the main structure.
After the destruction of the library by the Heruli, the late Roman wall was built and incorporated in the main structure.
Shop on Pandrosou Street, built on top of the ancient wall. This phenomenon started in the Middle Ages – when Pandrosou Street was a main shopping street– a time when ancient culture fell into disrepute.
Shop on Pandrosou Street, built on top of the ancient wall. This phenomenon started in the Middle Ages – when Pandrosou Street was a main shopping street– a time when ancient culture fell into disrepute.

Location

Timeline

Modern and Contemporary era (1821 - )

1835 The Ottonian barracks were built.

1843 At this point Dimitris Kallergis roused the officers for the revolution of September 3 against Otto, aimed at establishing a constitution.

1884 The Bazaar (market) was completely destroyed by fire.

Ottoman era (1453- 1821)
Byzantine era (331 AC- 1453)
Roman era (30 BC- 330 AC)

132 AD Built around that time.

267 AD Destrοyed by the Heruli.

412 AD Repaired.

Hellenistic era (322- 31 BC)
Classical era (478-323 BC)
Archaic era (800-479 BC)
Geometric era (-1100- 800 BC)
Prehistory (-1100 BC)

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