Hippocrates Cultural Center in Kos, Greece
Kos Museums - The Hippocrates Cultural Center in Kos, Greece is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in ancient Greek medicine and philosophy. Created in 2008 by Mrs. Julie Zafeiratou, this private cultural center is a replica of a 5th-century BC Greek settlement and is dedicated to the father of medicine, Hippocrates of Kos.
The centerpiece of the center is a two-story house (oikos) that is an exact replica of a 5th-century BC Greek house, complete with a sitting room (estia), bathroom, kitchen, men's room (androon), women's room (genekonitis), and weaving room. The furniture is handmade and modeled after ancient Greek furniture.
Guests at the Hippocrates Cultural Center can also explore the Philosopher's Arcade, which features handmade mosaics on the floor and frescoes on the walls. Visitors can study the work of ancient Greek philosophers in the arcade's library and see antique items from the modern Greek era, such as books from the 1920s and 20th-century household items.
The center also features a stone-built theatre, called Dancing Satyr's Theatre, with 80 seats where visitors can enjoy theater and dance performances. The center is surrounded by a beautiful garden filled with herbs, cedar trees, vineyards, and fruit trees.
To fully immerse visitors in ancient Greek philosophy, the Hippocrates Cultural Center frequently organizes seminars and workshops. Don't miss this unique cultural experience during your visit to Kos, Greece.
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