What I can see

Victoria Square is a transit point for students during the day, as well as a meeting point for migrants. In recent years, following violent and xenophobic attacks, the municipality gave permission to nearby stores to reposition their tables and chairs in an attempt to commercially revitalize the square.

What I can't see

This square has been very popular ever since its first days. It was frequented by people of all ages, its cafes that put tables and chairs outside were always packed and the main square attracted street vendors. It was a social meeting point in what was a thriving neighbourhood during the early 20^th century. It was named “Victoria Square” in honour of the Queen of England, who in 1864 gave the Ionian Islands as a gift to King George, her nephew and Greece’s new monarch. After the square was completed, the statue of Theseus rescuing Hippodameia was placed here, previously located in Syntagma Square, until 1938. The statue was an inconvenience, because it limited free space for visitors and children, who could no longer play freely here.

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• Address: 3rd Septemvriou St.

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