The Arch or Gate of Hadrian
The Arch of Hadrian is a triumphal arch, built by the Athenians in honour of the Roman emperor Hadrian.
The steam-powered tram of the early 20th century could not go uphill in front of the gate unless the passengers got off and pushed.
The wall of the Ottoman period.
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Modern and Contemporary era (1821 - )
This area was inhabited by several Maltese antiquities smugglers, who hid the loot on Maltese slabs that were traded. When the Athenians found out, they broke their plates and forced them to flee.
1821 On April 25, the Greek rebels entered the city through this gate. Thirteen years later, the now independent Greece welcomed King Otto.
Ottoman era (1453- 1821)
It was known also as " Chaseki Wall Gate" or “Princess Gate” or "Arched Gate".
Byzantine era (331 AC- 1453)
Roman era (30 BC- 330 AC)
131-132 AD Construction.
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