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Olympic Stadium (Athens) facts for kids

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Olympic flame at opening ceremony
The Olympic flame lights up the stadium during the opening ceremony of the 2004 Summer Olympics.

The Athens Olympic Stadium (which in Greek is called Greek: Ολυμπιακό Στάδιο) is a very important sports stadium located in Athens, Greece. It's a huge place where many exciting events have happened, bringing people from all over the world together.

What is the Stadium?

This stadium is part of a bigger sports area called the Athens Olympic Sports Complex. It was built to host major sports competitions and other large gatherings. The stadium is known for its unique roof, which was added later and makes it look very modern. It's a place where athletes can show off their skills and fans can cheer them on.

Big Events and Memories

The Athens Olympic Stadium has been the home for many famous events. These events have created lasting memories for both athletes and spectators.

  • 1997 World Championships in Athletics: This was a huge international competition for track and field sports. Athletes from many countries came to Athens to run, jump, and throw, showing off their amazing talents.
  • 2004 Summer Olympics: This was one of the biggest events held at the stadium. Athens hosted the Summer Olympics, and the stadium was the main venue for the opening and closing ceremonies, as well as many athletic events. It was a time when the world watched Athens.
  • 2006 Eurovision Song Contest: While not a sports event, this popular music competition was held in the Olympic Hall, which is part of the same complex. It brought music fans from across Europe to Athens for a night of songs and performances.
  • 2007 UEFA Champions League Final: This was a very important football (soccer) match. Two of Europe's top club teams played against each other to win one of the most famous trophies in football. It was an exciting game for football fans.

Images for kids

  • Paralympics Opening Ceremony

    The 2004 Summer Paralympics opening ceremony.

  • Greece v Malta, 17 Nov 2007 (02)

    A football match between Greece and Malta in 2007.

  • AC Milan team celebrate

    Players of A.C. Milan celebrate after winning the 2007 UEFA Champions League Final.

  • Olympic Stadium at Athens before a home game of Panathinaikos on February 2, 2013

    The Olympic Stadium in Athens before a home game of Panathinaikos on 2 February 2013.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Estadio Olímpico de Atenas para niños

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