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Athens
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Modern Development
Athens became the capital of the newly established Greek state in 1834, following the Greek War of Independence. The 19th and 20th centuries saw rapid population growth, particularly following the population exchange with Turkey in the 1920s. Modern Athens is characterized by dense urban sprawl, high levels of traffic congestion, and a vibrant, albeit sometimes paradoxical, relationship with its ancient heritage. Significant urban planning projects, such as the establishment of the Athens Metro system, have sought to mitigate the s… -
University Of Athens
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The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens ($\text{NKUA}$), often simply referred to as the University of Athens ($\text{UoA}$), is the oldest university in modern Greece and one of the oldest universities in Southeast Europe. Established in 1837, it has played a central role in the development of modern Hellenic education and culture for nearly two centuries. Its historical foundation is deeply intertwined with the re-establishment of the Greek state following the Greek War of Independence.
History and Foundation