Former Medrese in the Ancient Roman Agora

The former medrese in the ancient Roman Agora is an archaeological site with ruins spanning different periods near the Acropolis. The location contains remains of stone structures, columns, and architectural elements from the Roman era and later periods.

The site was originally built as a Roman marketplace under Augustus between 27 BC and 17 BC, replacing an earlier trading place. Later, a medrese was constructed during Ottoman rule on top of the ancient foundations, leaving its imprint in the ruins.

The medrese ruins show how education worked during the Ottoman period in Athens. People came here to study, and the remaining structures reveal how learning and daily life were organized in the city back then.

You enter the site through the main entrance on Adrianou Street, where you can find information to navigate the area. There are shaded spots among the ruins, but bring water and sun protection during hot weather.

The Gate of Athena Archegetis preserves four Doric columns and an inscription documenting ancient rules for oil merchants. These details offer a rare glimpse into the trade practices and control systems that once operated in this marketplace.

Location: Athens Municipality

GPS coordinates: 37.97458,23.72729

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:44