University Campus
The University Campus is located 6 km from the centre of Ioannina and is one of the largest University campuses in Greece. It can be easily reached from the city either by public transportation or by car.
It covers a total area of almost 850 acres (3.4 km2) with many green open spaces which surround the four main building.
These buildings cover an area of 170,000 m2, consisting of lecture halls, offices, laboratories, libraries, etc. Large classes are held in auditoriums, while scientific meetings and exhibitions are held in the Conference Centre located in the newly constructed Medical Sciences complex.
Two large building complexes accommodate the Student Residence Halls, both being close to the Student Union building; a multi-purpose building that houses the student restaurant and a large Hall of Ceremonies together with "Phegos"; a restaurant where the academic community and visitors can enjoy well-prepared meals or celebrate special occasions, such as the graduation day.
One of the most attractive places of the campus is the old Monastery of Dourouti, an 18th-century building, which is currently being renovated in order to serve as a guest house for visitors of the University.
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