The Great Hall of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, that is the first Greek Institution of Higher Education, is located in the “Main Building” of the University, Propylaea (Panepistimiou St. 30), one of the oldest neo-classical buildings of the city of Athens.  The “Main Builiding” together with the Academy of Athens and the National Library compose the so called “Neo-classical Trilogy”. It was built under the supervision of the German engineer Edward Schaubert, following the plan created by the Danish architect Christian Hansen. The paintings of the building were designed by the Austrian artist Karl Rahl and executed by painter Eduard Lebiedski.  In 1846, generous contributions by Greeks abroad together with a state subsidy allowed the construction of the Great Hall to begin.  The works were completed in 1851 and its frescos were painted by Karl Rahl’s students.

Nowadays, the Great Hall of the University hosts the official university ceremonies, scientific and cultural events as well as conferences organized by the Institution throughout the academic year.  Furthermore, following specific university regulations, the Great Hall is also available for events organized by non-university organizations.

• Central Building, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (30 Paneipistimiou Str.).

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THE PROGRAMME OF THE INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS
IN THE GREAT HALL OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS

SYNDAY 24.11.2024

Opening ceremony – Salutations – Musical events. The opening ceremony of the International Congress “Christian-Orthodox Theology in the 21st century. Challenges and Perspectives” takes place on Sunday 24th of November 2024, 18:00-20:30, in the Great Hall of the historic Central Building of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (30 Panepistimiou Str.). Following commencement and salutations, His All-Holiness, the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I, will deliver the Opening Address of the Congress with the title: “The Mission and Work of the Christian-Orthodox Church and Theology in the 21st century”. The 1st day of the international congress concludes with musical events.