Mystras, Greece – Web Desk: A Byzantine-era palace in Greece has been opened to the public after more than four decades of restoration work, according to the Greek Ministry of Culture.
The Ministry announced that the historic “Despots’ Palace” was officially reopened following 42 years of preservation and reconstruction efforts aimed at safeguarding the site.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis alongside Culture Minister Lina Mendoni and other senior officials.
Located in the archaeological site of Mystras, the palace is considered the only nearly intact Byzantine palace complex in Greece, dating back to the 14th century. It once served as the administrative seat of the Despotate of the Byzantine province of Mystras.
Authorities said the site is the 30th museum integrated into Greece’s broader cultural preservation program since 2019, which focuses on climate protection, improved visitor access, and the use of digital technology in heritage management.
The Mystras archaeological site has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1989, highlighting its global cultural and historical significance.
