In the north of the Greek Peloponnese peninsula on the coast of the Gulf of Patras is the picturesque port city of Patras. This is one of Greece's largest cities with a rich cultural and historical heritage. One of the most interesting and famous sights of Patras, is undoubtedly the Roman Odeon, located in the upper part of the city.

Odeon was built around 160 AD in the heyday of the Roman Empire. According to the ancient Greek historian Pausanias visited Patras in the year 170, it is one of the most impressive Odeon, which he had seen.

Centuries passed ... numerous wars and devastating earthquake buried the once magnificent structure under the rubble of the time, creating in its place a hill. Only in the late 19th century during the construction of the dam and the acute shortage of land for the mound, it was decided to demolish the hill and the ruins of the ancient Roman world were the Odeon. It was launched large-scale restoration works, and the territory of the Odeon and the adjoining lands declared important archaeological sites. During the excavation was found a unique Roman mosaics and other ancient artifacts. In 1956, work was completed. Odeon managed to recreate virtually intact.

Today, the Roman Odeon is one of the most important extant historical and architectural monuments in Patras. In the summer it is used as an outdoor theater for concerts, theater and other cultural events. Odeon of Patras is famous for its excellent acoustics, and its capacity is more than 2,000 people.