GSO Stadium, Limassol
Facts and practical information
GSO Stadium or Gymnastic Club Olympia Stadium was a stadium in Limassol, Cyprus. In July 1892, a group of locals founded the gymnastics club "Olympia", which is the oldest gymnastics club in Cyprus. The stadium was constructed in 1898 and opened in 1899 with the event of the 3rd Pancyprian Athletics Games. The gym then had a perimeter track about 300 meters and a capacity of 700 spectators. In 1902 horse racing competitions were held in the stadium, and in 1904 the first flower festival was organized. In 1908 the stadium held the first tennis matches. In 1910 a new 1000 spectators stand was built. ()
Limassol
GSO Stadium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Limassol Castle, Sourp Kevork Church, ESCAPE Limassol, Cyprus University of Technology.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to GSO Stadium?
How to get to GSO Stadium by public transport?
Bus
- 28th October - G.S.O. • Lines: 30, 64 (1 min walk)
- Gladstonos - Neon Phaliron • Lines: 11, 12, 3 (7 min walk)