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==Landmarks== [[File:Attica 06-13 Piraeus 05 StSpyridon Church.jpg|thumb|upright|260px|Church of [[Saint Spyridon]]; patron saint of Piraeus]] [[File:104 view lighter.jpg|thumb|260px| [[Piraeus Tower]] after reconstruction in Piraeus]] Piraeus is marked by the diversity of culture among its neighbourhoods. The hill of Kastella is one of the most prosperous and attractive neighbourhoods, with a panoramic view over Athens basin and the [[Saronic Gulf]]. Its elegance comes from its numerous neo-classical mansions, while the [[Aimilios Veakis|Veakeio]] Theater and a church dedicated to the Prophet [[Elijah]] are the most popular buildings. The coastal area of Neo [[Faliro]] has been upgraded and is also prominent, with the [[Peace and Friendship Stadium]] and the [[Karaiskakis Stadium]], an indoor arena and a football ground respectively lying opposite one another, predominating. Mikrolimano and [[Bay of Zea]], are the smaller harbours of Piraeus acts as Marinas, attract large numbers of visitors with their picturesque vistas and vigorous nightlife. Kaminia, by contrast, is a working-class neighbourhood which still preserves the traditional look of an earlier period. The Municipal Theater in the center of Piraeus was built in 1885 and remains an impressive neo-classical building. Located across from the [[Neo-Byzantine]] Piraeus Cathedral, it forms one of the most renowned landmarks of the city and a popular meeting place. [[Rondini Square (Piraeus)|Rondini Square]] is an archaeological site which forms part of the ancient city of Piraeus.
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