Vrellis Greek History Museum

Vrellis Greek History Museum is a wax museum in Bizani displaying 150 handcrafted figures arranged in 37 themed sections. The 2,500-square-meter facility is built in traditional fortress architecture style and presents recreated scenes from different periods of Greek history.

Sculptor Pavlos Vrellis founded the museum in 1983 with a detailed portrayal of approximately 24 centuries of Greek history. Through the collection, visitors can trace how the country developed across different periods and rulers.

The exhibits showcase important moments of Greek culture, including the Secret School during Ottoman occupation and the founding of Filiki Eteria. Visitors can see how these events shaped daily life and the identity of the people.

The museum is located south of Ioannina along the main road to Athens and is open daily from morning to afternoon. The layout is easy to navigate, allowing visitors to explore the spaces at their own pace.

The exhibits use constructed landscapes with mountains, houses, and churches to create authentic historical settings. These detailed dioramas help visitors actually feel immersed in the moments being portrayed.