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M egaron Athens International Conference Centre ( MAICC ) offers the finest facilities , unning aesthetics and cutting-edge chnology . A landmark , in the centre of thens , MAICC has a total offering of 3,000sqm and a choice of 18 meeting aces , combined with an expansive hibition hall and foyer areas totalling , 000sqm . The Centre ’ s total capacity is 6,000 legates , with the largest meeting om accommodating close to 2,000 . Among the main auditoria are the hristos Lambrakis Hall ( 1,960 theatre yle ), the Alexandra Trianti Hall ( 1,500 eatre style ), the Banqueting Hall rcular hall ( 650 theatre style ), the imitris Mitropoulos Hall ( 450 theatre yle ) and the Nikos Skalkotas Hall ( 380 eatre style ). These are complemented a wide range of breakout rooms with pacities ranging from 25 to 180 ersons , depending on set-up style . Banqueting space facilities are many d varied throughout the building . Show relay systems in the main ditoria allow for the transmission of ve sessions from one hall to another . ireless Internet is available roughout the Centre . Megaron Athens International onference Centre ( MAICC ) is an integral part of Megaron – The Athens Concert Hall – one of the world ’ s best-organised and most contemporary hubs of cultural activity , founded in 1991 . It is a large-scale , multifunctional arts centre with an international reputation for excellent quality .
The programme of Megaron consists of classical music and opera , contemporary compositions , world music , music by younger composers , dance , theatre , cinema , visual arts and , of course , Greek music .
Conceived as a multifunctional cultural melting pot , Megaron is fully equipped to accommodate concerts and other musical events as well as conferences . The centre ’ s halls and facilities meet the high standards and requirements of the world ’ s greatest orchestras and musical ensembles .
A garden area of six acres was introduced to the public , being a meetings spot for amusement and cultural outdoor events since its opening .
At the same time , Megaron Plus , the multi-thematic dialogue and reflection programme , hosts evening lectures where personalities from various fields present and debate topics of wide interest .
Megaron is a creative centre of learning opportunities , and social
Left : Exhibition in progress at Megaron AICC . Photo : Katopodis development ; it is open to all and embraces diversity .
The Christos Lambrakis Hall is id for large-scale events . Its unique construction and ultra-modern technical facilities make it the perfect location for orchestral music , chambe music and ballet , as well as opera and theatre productions . The cream of th classical music world , including Gree musicians and major symphony orchestras and their famous conducto have all graced this hall .
The Christos Lambrakis Hall hou the largest organ in the country . It w built by Klais Orgelbau and contains total of 6,080 pipes . The Dimitris Mitropoulos Hall has outstanding technical facilities , making it ideal for chamber music ensembles , recitals , dance productions and other cultural events , as well as for conferences .
The Alexandra Trianti Hall , which was added to the Megaron complex i 2004 , provides ideal conditions for opera , ballet and other musical event The richly decorated ground floor an hall foyers can also be used for large-scale exhibitions , either as part the Megaron programme or as independent events . The two foyers a provide an ideal space for youth activities .
A sound recording centre , a three-level underground parking facility and Fuga , and the Megaron f dining restaurant , complete the Megaron experience .
Major luxury hotels are in close proximity , many within walking distance , and the Centre is close to major museums and fine shopping an dining areas .
The Athens metro system has a station next to the Centre which is al 35 minutes away on a direct line to th Athens International Airport .
Megaron is also complemented by 750-space car park and a plethora of taxis , trams and buses stop right out the Centre . n sales @ megaron . gr