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Hostels in Plaka, Athens

32 hostels in Athens. Prices start from €4 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.
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Dioskouros Hostel

Plaka
Free Breakfast
Approx. 3 min walking time to Plaka (0.2 km / 0.1 miles)
Solo Traveller

"…It's coffee, juice (Tang style), boiled eggs, bread with jelly/honey/butter, tea if you want, and sometimes olives or fruit. Be early, though, as some folks seem to think it's an all you can eat

from €10.02
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Athens Backpackers

Makryanni
Free Breakfast
Approx. 5 min walking time to Plaka (0.4 km / 0.3 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…it was clean, safe, spacious. sure they partied and were busy, but the staff i think tried their best to keep us all happy. and i mean if you're a backpacker, you should have some ability to take

from €11.06
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Mosaikon

Monastiraki
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 7 min walking time to Plaka (0.6 km / 0.4 miles)
Boutique HostelCouplesFemale Solo TravellerOlder travelers (+50)

"Mosaikon hostel features a rooftop terrace enjoying views of the Acropolis Hill. The hostel offers air-conditioned accommodation with free Wi-fi. Rooms are minimally decorated featuring private

from €12.57
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Safestay Athens

Monastiraki
Approx. 9 min walking time to Plaka (0.7 km / 0.4 miles)
Digital NomadsSolo Traveller

"…It's also a two-minute walk from an area filled with local bars and restaurants. It's off the main street however, which far lessens the noise level. Good directions to the hostel can be found on

from €4.98
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Athens Hub Hostel

Monastiraki
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 9 min walking time to Plaka (0.7 km / 0.5 miles)
Boutique HostelCouplesFemale Solo Traveller

"…A vision of the living experience of the future. Take your pick from our mixed dormitories 4, 6 or 8 beds with shared bathrooms, female dorm and private rooms with en suite bathroom. All beds

from €10.60
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Bedbox Hostel

Monastiraki
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 9 min walking time to Plaka (0.7 km / 0.5 miles)
Female Solo TravellerQuiet Rest

"…Hairdryers are available on request with no extra charge. Bedbox Hostel Policies and Conditions: Cancellation policy: 72h before arrival. Check in from 14:00. Check out before 11:00

from €8.94
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Pella Inn Hostel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 9 min walking time to Plaka (0.8 km / 0.5 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…plus tables and lots of seating. Use of the internet is free and there are no limitations on the length you can use the computer. Overall, it is a very friendly hostel. Summary We thoroughly

from €9.35
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Approx. 12 min walking time to Plaka (1 km / 0.6 miles)

Leokoriou 17

from €46.32
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City Circus

Monastiraki
Free Breakfast
Approx. 12 min walking time to Plaka (1 km / 0.6 miles)
CouplesDigital NomadsSolo Traveller

16 Sarri Street

from €14.06
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Cheapest
Approx. 12 min walking time to Plaka (1 km / 0.6 miles)
Solo Traveller

"…Clean place, great location. Close to the center and main destination points. Hotel Zeus was great. I stayed for almost a week and it was an adventure. The reception guy took us out to hang with the

from €6.05
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Approx. 12 min walking time to Plaka (1 km / 0.6 miles)
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Like a giant board game, YellowSquare invites you to roll the dice, join the fun, and step into new experiences. And here in Athens, it all happens in the shadow of the gods. YellowSquare Athens

from €10.66
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Athens Hawks Hostel

Keramikos
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 14 min walking time to Plaka (1.2 km / 0.7 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"Great hostel! - This hostel is an amazing hostel, I would definitely recommend someone to go to it! The hotels a very eco-friendly place. They use non-plastic cups at the bar, and do everything to

from €8.53
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#1 Top Rated
Approx. 14 min walking time to Plaka (1.2 km / 0.7 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…For any later cancellation, modification, early departure or no-show, total price of the reservation will be charged. Check-in from 15:00 (without limitation) Check out till 11:00 (without

from €14.13
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Approx. 17 min walking time to Plaka (1.4 km / 0.9 miles)
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"A boutique hostel, uniquely balanced between two epochs both in terms of location and style. A newly renovated listed building that combines classic with modern, comfort and quality, privacy and

from €11.93
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Retroverse Hostel

Privacy Curtains
Approx. 17 min walking time to Plaka (1.4 km / 0.9 miles)
Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Guests can bond over their love for nostalgia, making Retroverse a hit among those seeking a unique lodging experience in the heart of Athens. Retroverse Hostel Policy and Conditions:

from €12.53
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Approx. 17 min walking time to Plaka (1.4 km / 0.9 miles)

"…Payment upon arrival by cash ,credit and debit card Taxes included Breakfast not included General: reception desk is open til 00:00 No special conditions" …"Metro station Kerameikos thats

from €7.45
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Approx. 17 min walking time to Plaka (1.4 km / 0.9 miles)
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…PINK PINEAPPLE TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Cancellation policy: 3 day(s) before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check-in from 3:00

from €10.40
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Approx. 17 min walking time to Plaka (1.4 km / 0.9 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelFemale Only HostelsYouth Hostel

"My stay was simply amazing :) - Amazing location and luxury hostel" …"…Cancellation / Modification Policy: 48 hours before check-in date Non-refundable reservations: No cancellations and/or

from €8.35
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Nubian Hostel

Neapoli
Free Breakfast
Approx. 17 min walking time to Plaka (1.4 km / 0.9 miles)
Quiet Rest

"Made by travellers for travellers, we offer dormitory and private rooms in a fully renovated building in the center of Athens. Each room comes with clean linens, personal lockers, free high-speed

from €12.40
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Athens Quinta

Neapoli
Free Breakfast
Approx. 19 min walking time to Plaka (1.6 km / 1 miles)
CouplesOlder travelers (+50)Quiet Rest

"…Check out before 11:00. Payment upon arrival by cash or credit card. Breakfast included. General: No curfew. Non smoking. Wheelchair access not available. Official check-in times

from €10.43
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Approx. 19 min walking time to Plaka (1.6 km / 1 miles)

"…No curfew No pets allowed. No children allowed. Smoking is allowed in designated areas." …Aristotelous 4

from €8.75
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Bedway Athens Hostel

Neos Cosmos
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 19 min walking time to Plaka (1.6 km / 1 miles)
Quiet Rest

"…Each bed comes with clean linens, personal power supply and light, personal lockers, in a minimal-modern way... Free high-speed Wi-Fi available in every corner of the Hostel, elevator, and a cozy

from €8.43
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Baloo Hostel

Privacy Curtains
Approx. 20 min walking time to Plaka (1.6 km / 1 miles)
Party HostelYouth Hostel

"…In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check-in - from 14:00 to 00:00 during High Season (April-October) - from 14:00 to 22:00 during Low

from €10.68
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Approx. 20 min walking time to Plaka (1.6 km / 1 miles)
Couples

"…The staff are very friendly and they can communicate in excellent English. You don't need to be afraid of being locked out. The location is a little bit far away from the metro. You have to walk

from €8.27
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Approx. 21 min walking time to Plaka (1.8 km / 1 miles)
Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Cheap and friendly - One of my favourite hostels that i've been to. Good value for money, very friendly staff, walking distance from the main attractions of Athens, free wifi. A good place for

from €7.01
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Iconic Athens Hostel

Privacy Curtains
Approx. 22 min walking time to Plaka (1.8 km / 1 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Pre-payment for non-refundable reservations. This property may pre-authorise your card before the arrival. Taxes not included TAKK tax 0.50 EUR per person per night.( from November until

from €11.41
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Approx. 24 min walking time to Plaka (2 km / 1 miles)
Quiet Rest

"…And fair warning, the bathrooms (for American it's not what we have), well taking a shower there is work. You have to hold the shower head while you shower. Most American aren't use to that. That's

from €7.73
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Approx. 25 min walking time to Plaka (2.1 km / 1 miles)

Michail Voda 17, Michail Voda 17

from €5.28
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Approx. 27 min walking time to Plaka (2.3 km / 1 miles)
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Ippokratous 205

from €7.50
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Hostel Aphrodite - Athens

Victoria Square
Free Breakfast
Approx. 30 min walking time to Plaka (2.5 km / 2 miles)

"…The girls at this hostel are hot! I stayed at this hostel for three nights, the girls were a great laugh but there is one guy there who is a knob, but go to this hostel. I stayed at the Aphrodite

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Athens Hawks Urban

Privacy Curtains
Approx. 45 min walking time to Plaka (3.8 km / 2 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"After your high confidence and support Athens Hawks is now opening in a new location a brand new hostel. Athens Hawks Urban is just a short journey from Athens city center but also in an urban and

from €7.54
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Approx. 49 min walking time to Plaka (4.1 km / 3 miles)

Ναυάρχου Βότση 42

from €7.88

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Approx. 1 min walking time to Plaka (0.1 km / 0.1 miles)
Solo Traveller

Iperidou 16 & Ag. Chatzimichali 2

from €31.89
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Hermes Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 3 min walking time to Plaka (0.2 km / 0.2 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Each one of the rooms offers luxury white marble bathrooms with bath or shower along with many other facilities such as coffee bar, business centre and parking. There is a roof garden with a superb

from €37.06
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Approx. 3 min walking time to Plaka (0.3 km / 0.2 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…You have up to 2days prior to arrival to cancel the reservation without charge. If the reservation is cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival you will be charged 1 night stay. Same day

from €22.98
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Omiros Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 3 min walking time to Plaka (0.3 km / 0.2 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Check in: 12:00 Check out: 11:00 'In order to confirm your booking, we require a valid credit card. If there is a problem with your card, we may need to contact you to verify your card. If you do

from €30.17
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Niki Athens Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 3 min walking time to Plaka (0.3 km / 0.2 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Whichever room is chosen, guests will enjoy the following features: Voice mail - Satellite television - Private direct dial numbers for telephone and facsimile lines - Modem plugs - Sumptuous

from €93.37
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Metropolis Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 4 min walking time to Plaka (0.3 km / 0.2 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"Metropolis is a clean, family run hotel and guaranties a safe and comfortable stay in rooms that offer A/C, TV, Telephones, Wi-Fi and balconies overlooking the Acropolis. All services are free of

from €26.49
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Pan Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 4 min walking time to Plaka (0.4 km / 0.2 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…ROOMS: All 33 rooms are decorated with fine touches for a pleasant stay in an extremely hospitable environment. The rooms are made up of all necessary comforts and services, so as to make our guests

from €49.22
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Athens Cypria Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 5 min walking time to Plaka (0.4 km / 0.3 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…A credit card is required to secure the reservation. You have up to 2days prior to arrival to cancel the reservation without charge. If the reservation is cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival

from €55.57
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Approx. 7 min walking time to Plaka (0.6 km / 0.4 miles)
Solo Traveller

"…Plaka is 2 minutes' walk, while guests may enjoy views of the Acropolis as soon as they step out of the hotel. The simply furnished rooms of the hotel Tempi are equipped with satellite TV. Hot

from €15.18
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Approx. 9 min walking time to Plaka (0.7 km / 0.5 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…The hotel reception will be happy to assist with city maps and guides, tourist information and suggestions for exploring this historic area of Athens and further abroad. With only a handful of rooms

from €73.33
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Approx. 9 min walking time to Plaka (0.8 km / 0.5 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…No curfew. We would like to inform you that : Our Hotel uses e-keys provided by the Radefy Guesty App. The e-key will be sent to you prior 1-2 days before your arrival." …"…Located only

from €58.70
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Hotel Cecil

Free Breakfast
Approx. 10 min walking time to Plaka (0.8 km / 0.5 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Venizelos, and 8 miles from the Piraeus port. The Acropolis, the Lycabettus hill, the Philopappus hill, the Syntagma square and other monuments, museums and galleries are some of the countless

from €27.66
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Acropolis Ami Boutique Hotel

Acropolis
Free Breakfast
Approx. 11 min walking time to Plaka (0.9 km / 0.6 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Check out: 11:00 'In order to confirm your booking, we require a valid credit card. If there is a problem with your card, we may need to contact you to verify your card. If you do not reply to our

from €55.74
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Approx. 12 min walking time to Plaka (1 km / 0.6 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

Apostolou Pavlou 39, Thissio

from €43.94
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Approx. 12 min walking time to Plaka (1 km / 0.6 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…We're right next to Monastiraki Metro Station, with direct access to both the airport and the port. Renovated in 2020, our clean and comfortable rooms include singles, doubles (twin or double),

from €19.46
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Economy Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 13 min walking time to Plaka (1 km / 0.7 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…This place has a very friendly and helpful staff, easy access to the Metro and it's easy to find. It has clean rooms without any frills. The walls are thin, though, and it is easy to hear your

from €27.92
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Evripides Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 13 min walking time to Plaka (1.1 km / 0.7 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…Rooms are functional and relaxing, warmly decorated with traditional touches creating the ideal environment for a pleasant stay in Athens. And don't miss our roof-top and bar on the 7th floor

from €46.89
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Approx. 13 min walking time to Plaka (1.1 km / 0.7 miles)

22 Irakleous 1ο οροφος

from €28.66
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Sparta Team Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 14 min walking time to Plaka (1.2 km / 0.7 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…There is a tourist information desk, which is open 24 hours, as are the cafeteria and bar. Free luggage storage is also available. Please note that the hotel is unable to offer any non-smoking

from €5.16
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Dorian Inn

Free Breakfast
Approx. 15 min walking time to Plaka (1.2 km / 0.8 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…If the reservation is cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival you will be charged 1 night stay. Same day cancellations, no shows or early check out will result in 1 night charge. Payment: credit

from €34.38
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Athens Odeon Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 15 min walking time to Plaka (1.2 km / 0.8 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"Our hotel is located in the heart of Athens, near Omonoia Square. Were also within walking distance of Monastiraki, the Acropolis, the flea market, Keramikos, as well as from the most elegant and

from €29.09
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Approx. 15 min walking time to Plaka (1.2 km / 0.8 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards, debit cards. Taxes included. Breakfast not included - 5 EUR per person per day. General: No curfew." …"…Take Bus Route X95 and get off at the end

from €20.70
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Marina Hotel

City Center
Free Breakfast
Approx. 16 min walking time to Plaka (1.3 km / 0.8 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"The Marina hotel is located in the heart of Athens city.It has been developed with respect to the art and tradition of Ancient Athens and the lobby is decorated with original works of art offering

from €39.25
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Get to know Plaka

Plaka: Hostel Haven

Welcome to Plaka, Athens' charming district that beckons budget travelers and backpackers to experience the timeless allure of the Greek capital.

Nestled at the foot of the Acropolis, Plaka unfolds its ancient charm, inviting you to wander through history while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere. Let's explore why Plaka is the perfect hostel haven, where the past and present converge in harmony.

Timeless Landmarks

Step into Plaka, where ancient history comes to life. The Acropolis, overlooking the district, stands as a testament to Greece's rich cultural heritage.

Meander through Anafiotika, a whitewashed neighborhood resembling a Greek island village, and discover hidden gems like the Tower of the Winds. Plaka is a living museum, each cobblestone street echoing stories of bygone eras.

Getting Around

Explore Athens effortlessly with enduring transportation options in Plaka. The Syntagma Metro Station, a short stroll away, connects you to major attractions and the airport.

Embrace the Greek way of life by wandering through Plaka's labyrinthine streets, where every corner unveils a new adventure. This pedestrian-friendly district invites you to experience Athens at your own pace.

Trusted Amenities

Rest easy in Plaka's hostels, where affordability meets Greek hospitality. These accommodations provide a cozy refuge after a day of exploration.

The district's tavernas, such as Psarras and Platanos, serve authentic Greek cuisine, ensuring a delightful culinary experience without straining your budget. Plaka offers a perfect blend of comfort and authenticity.

Cultural Riches and Tips

Immerse yourself in the cultural tapestry of Plaka. Visit the Museum of Greek Folk Art to appreciate traditional crafts and costumes.

Don't miss the changing of the guard ceremony at Syntagma Square, a timeless spectacle. For an authentic experience, savor souvlaki at street vendors and engage with locals to uncover hidden gems in this historical neighborhood.

Why Stay in Plaka?

  • Ancient Charm: Immerse yourself in the historic ambiance with the Acropolis as your backdrop.
  • Effortless Exploration: Navigate Athens seamlessly with well-connected transportation and pedestrian-friendly streets.
  • Affordable Accommodations: Plaka's hostels offer a blend of comfort and Greek hospitality for a memorable stay.
  • Culinary Delights: Indulge in authentic Greek cuisine at local tavernas that capture the essence of Hellenic flavors.
  • Cultural Immersion: Engage with the district's cultural riches, from traditional museums to lively street life.

Summary

Plaka, the Hostel Haven of Athens, invites budget travelers to unravel the timeless charm of Greece. With ancient landmarks, convenient transportation, and authentic amenities, this district ensures an unforgettable experience.

Embrace the allure of Plaka, where every step echoes with the whispers of Greek history and culture.

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