the academy of athens is greece's national academy in the akadimias district of athens, greece

wined ionic pillar national heritage akadimia athinon research establishment animal art eagle philosopher lion mythological museum symbol archaeological greek philosophy classical bird monument education column bas relief history academy athens culture university athena sculpture statue classic archeology tourism city ancient civilization attica historic building facade traditional typical architecture detail greece steps sightseeing cityscape europe historical landmark european union street view urban scene tourist attraction travel destination greece's akadimias district architectural highest country