Omonia Square
In the original urban plan, designed in the first half of the 19th century, the palace was planned to be built where today is Omonia Square.
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Timeline
Modern and Contemporary era (1821 - )
1864 The final boundaries of the square were formulated and the square was named “Omonoia Square”.
1870 The square becomes a centre of entertainment and culture.
1880 It becomes a transportation hub.
1889 It gets electric lighting for the first time.
1901 Placement of flower beds with large trees.
1907 It gets permanent electric lighting.
1930 Third renovation
1936 Fourth renovation
1956 Fifth renovation
2004 Sixth renovation
2020 Seventh renovation
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