Villa Amalia, Anarchist squat near Victoria metro station in Athens, Greece.
Villa Amalia was located at the corner of Acharnon and Heiden streets and originally served as the Second High School of Athens. The building later became a residential space occupied by various people who lived and organized activities together.
The building was occupied starting in 1991 and remained in use until December 2012, when authorities carried out a large-scale eviction. This operation targeted multiple occupied properties across the city at the same time.
The building served as a meeting place for political discussions, film screenings, and live music events organized by people who questioned mainstream society. These gatherings brought together visitors interested in alternative ideas and social causes.
The building was restored and reopened as a school in September 2016 following extensive renovations and security improvements. Visitors should note that it now functions as an educational institution and is not freely accessible to the public.
In January 2013, over ninety people attempted to reoccupy the building, resulting in their arrests. This action sparked major street protests in the city and demonstrated the enduring significance the space held for many.
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