Posted AT 12:13 AM EDT on 13/09/07
Athens gem in danger because it blocks view from new museum
ATHENS — Greece's culture minister has cleared the way for demolition of a listed architectural gem in central Athens to improve the view from the landmark new Acropolis Museum.
George Voulgarakis' decision, signed on Aug. 30 but made public Wednesday, revoked the listing of the ornate Art Deco building “to allow an unimpeded view of the Acropolis (from the new museum).
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