Olimpiyskiy National Sports Complex, Multi-purpose sports complex in Pecherskyi District, Kyiv, Ukraine
The Olimpiyskiy National Sports Complex is a multi-purpose stadium in the Pecherskyi District of Kyiv, covered by a modern membrane roof. The structure measures 306 meters (about 1,000 feet) long and 236 meters (about 774 feet) wide, with the roof rising 49.5 meters (about 162 feet) above ground.
The stadium opened in 1923 under the name Red Stadium and underwent major reconstruction for the 1980 Summer Olympics. Further renovations took place ahead of UEFA Euro 2012, which used the venue as one of its main host sites.
The complex takes its name from the word for Olympic, reflecting its role as a venue for international competition. Visitors today see national team matches and concerts, drawing crowds from across the country for both sporting and entertainment events.
The venue holds 70,050 seats, including VIP and business sections, and connects directly to Olimpiiska and Palats Sportu metro stations. The floodlight system provides 2,400 lux of illumination, allowing evening events to take place with good visibility.
The site sits on the slopes of Cherepanova Hora, a gentle rise that gives the stadium an elevated position. The lighting system produces 2,400 lux, ensuring that evening matches and concerts take place under bright conditions.
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