Stock Photo: San Giacomo Theatre And Town Hall Corfu Town Hall Greece
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San Giacomo Theatre and Town Hall The first theatre in Greece was found in Corfu and was named Nobile Teatro di San Giacomo as it was situated at the square next to the Catholic Cathedral San Giacomo. Today the building once accommodating the theatre serves as the Town Hall of Corfu. The construction of the building started in 1663 and initially was intended to be used as a place where for nobles to arrange their meetings and entertaining events. In 1720 it was transformed into a Theatre which was functioning in accordance with European specifications. A lot of legendary operas and plays were staged here. The building of the theatre is constructed from carved Siniotic stone with lavish decorations and baroque sculptures,September 3rd 2017
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