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The classification of the points of interest for the Region of Attica was based on the descriptions provided by the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (Paris 23/11/1972), which was ratified by Greece with the law N.1126 of 3-10/2/1981 “Regarding the ratification of the Convention for the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage signed in Paris on November 23, 1972” (Official Gazette N.32/A). The Convention came into force on October 17th 1981, according to the announcement of the Minister of Foreign Affairs on September 21st- October 1st 1981 (Official Gazette 286 A’).
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Landscapes
This section presents natural landscapes of a particular importance (areas declared as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty) or not (rural...
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Natural Formations
This section presents the points of interest characterized as geological and physiographic formations consisting of natural or biological formations or...
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Protected Areas
This section presents the points of interest that are declared as designated areas, protected in whole or in part by...
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Intangible Cultural Heritage
The Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (UNESCO, 2003), which was ratified by Greece in 2006, declared...
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Archaeological Sites / Monuments
This section, which has the title “Archaeological Sites/Monuments” presents the architectural elements, important sculptures and paintings, constructions or works of...
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Architecture
This section presents the points of interest, including buildings or groups of buildings, separated or in clusters (settlements), which due...
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