Tritsis Park
Tritsis Park has an area of 115 acres with six ponds connected by an artificial canal.
Modern and Contemporary era (1821 - )
1993 The land is purchased to create a park.
2001 Completion of the park.
Ottoman era (1453- 1821)
Byzantine era (331 AC- 1453)
Roman era (30 BC- 330 AC)
Hellenistic era (322- 31 BC)
Classical era (478-323 BC)
Archaic era (800-479 BC)
Geometric era (-1100- 800 BC)
Prehistory (-1100 BC)
What I can see
Tritsis Park is one of few wildlife sanctuaries inside the city. It has an area of 115 acres with six ponds connected by an artificial canal. It also has two outdoor theatres, two churches, a Natura shop, showrooms, observatories, an equestrian centre, a cafeteria, an eco-bookstore, a library, a sports centre and a sculpture trail. It is host to a very rich flora, including 1,500 olive trees and 1,500 pine trees, 168 bird species as well as animals. It is an ideal spot for walking, cycling and jogging.
What I can't see
The park’s full name is Antonis Tritsis Park of Environmental Awareness. The land was purchased by the royal family during the reign of Otto and was used as a royal farm. Following Otto’s eviction, the farm was deserted.
Bibliography
http://www.attiko-prasino.gr/Default.aspx?tabid=1081&language=el-GR
Last visit 11/6/2013
Antonis Tritsis Park, (d.u.), Ιστορία, [History]
http://www.parkotritsi.gr/parko-istoria.htm
Last visit 11/ 6/2013
