Locator: Athens, Greece

Visitors to Athens can now explore items dedicated to the opera diva

(Kostis Bitzanis, Project Director, Callas Museum)

"The significance of the museum is great for Athens and for Greece because Maria Callas is one of the biggest brand names worldwide, she is a woman who became a legend. And although there are several societies (celebrating Callas) for years, there has never been a museum dedicated to her."

The opening marks the 100th anniversary of Callas' birth

Displays include her prescription glasses, designer shoes, bags, and even a hair sample

Visitors can also listen to parts of her signature performances

Including 'Casta Diva' from Bellini's opera 'Norma'

"This museum will give the possibility to the wider public that knows her name but has certainly not heard her sing or been to the opera, to see where this legend really rests, which is nothing more than her singing, the music, her interpretation and industriousness."