Neos Kosmos, Athens


Neos Kosmos is a neighborhood in downtown Athens, Greece.

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.

Climate

Neos Kosmos has a hot semi-arid climate closely bordering a hot-summer mediterranean climate. It has mild winters and hot summers. It is the warmest area of Downtown Athens with an average annual temperature of 20.2°C. The highest temperature in Neos Kosmos was 42.8°C and it was recorded on August 3, 2021 while the minimum temperature that day was a stunning 32.2°C. In July 2024 Neos Kosmos recorded 11 days with a minimum temperature over 30.0°C.

Public Transportation

Subway

Neos Kosmos has three Athens Metro subway stations:, and.

Tram

Neos Kosmos is also served by the Athens Tram.

Sports

, 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.