Mineralogical Museum

Around Athens


If you happen to be in town during the museum's limited opening hours, peek in to see fabulous crystals and metals mined from the area, plus learn a bit about the region's rich mining history. Outside are the ruins of the town's old steam-powered ore-washing facility.


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