Stoa

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Stoa is a covered walk through or porticoes that was first constructed and used in Greece and later used in the Roman empire. It was usually for public usage. Early Stoas were open at the entrance with columns, usually of the Doric Order, however was sometimes built using the Ionic Order, lining of the building. It was one of the most popular constructions built in the Greek period.