Central meeting point and symbol of remembrance, King George I Square reflects the architectural, social, and political history of modern Patras.
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The heart of the city and a mirror of its history
King George I Square, located in the center of Patras, is the city’s most iconic public space. Originally known as Kalamogdarti Square, named after a local resident, it successively took on names such as Othon Square, Central Square, Thomopoulou Square, and National Square, before its name was finalized during the reign of King George I.
In 1902, the square was paved and planted with trees, while the redevelopment interventions that followed preserved its urban character. At its center stand two impressive cast-iron fountains adorned with winged lions, manufactured in France and installed in 1875.
It is surrounded by significant architectural buildings, such as the “Apollon” Municipal Theatre — designed by Ernst Ziller in 1871 — as well as the former Thomopoulos residence, the building of the Chamber of Commerce, and the former Papagiannis residence.
Beyond its architectural richness, Georgiou I Square has hosted political, cultural, and social events, serving over time as a mirror of public life in Patras.
