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A Walk Through Philhellenism: Plaka, Parliament & Hidden Histories A guided walking tour through Plaka and central Athens, tracing cultural and historical landmarks tied to the birth of modern Greece and the international Philhellenic movement. Key stops include the Anglican Church on Philhellinon Street, where the remains of naval officer and Philhellene Frank Abney Hastings are interred; the former home of Lord Church; the original University of Otto; the residence of historian George Finlay; the Hill School; the Monument of Lysicrates; and the busts of Jean-Gabriel Eynard and Ioannis Kapodistrias inside the National Garden. The tour also includes a visit and private guided tour of the Hellenic Parliament, with special access to the Philhellenism exhibitions, led by Dr Theodoros Koutsogiannis, curator of the Parliament’s Art Collection. Meeting point: Rallou Manou Square (Russian Church of Athens) Booking required at info@phmus.org. Please include your full name, occupation, mobile phone number, and email. All participants will receive confirmation by phone and email. ID is required for entry into Parliament. Business attire applies.