Neos Kosmos, Athens

Neos Kosmos (Greek: Νέος Κόσμος [ˈneos ˈkosmos] ; meaning "New World") is a neighborhood in Athens, Greece.

Neos Kosmos
Νέος Κόσμος
Neighborhood
Scene of Neos Kosmos, Athens, Greece
Scene of Neos Kosmos, Athens, Greece
Location within Athens municipality
Location within Athens municipality
Coordinates: 37°57′32″N 23°43′57″E
CountryGreece
RegionAttica
CityAthens
Postal code
117 43, 117 44, 117 45,
Area code210
Websitewww.cityofathens.gr

History

In classical antiquity, the area of Neos Kosmos may have been the location of the gymnasium Cynosarges.

Geography

Neos Kosmos is south of the historic centre of the city. Andrea Syngrou Avenue is one of the main roads of Neos Kosmos.

Public Transportation

Subway

Neos Kosmos has three Athens Metro subway stations: Syngrou–Fix, Neos Kosmos and Agios Ioannis.

Buildings along Kasomouli Street in Neos Kosmos

Tram

Neos Kosmos is also served by the Athens Tram.

Sports

Thriamvos Athens, a multisport club founded in 1930, is based in Neos Kosmos. The club has won a panhellenic title in women's basketball and competes in various sports such as football, basketball, and volleyball.

References

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