Wikipedia: It is a beautiful and modern medium-sized arena. Right now, and until all the new halls for the 2004 Olympics are ready, it is the third largest arena in Greece (seating plan).[2] Great controversy has surrounded the ownership of the arena. It was built using public funds (on land donated by PAOK). However, it was given out to PAOK as an asset; the reason being the fear of the Government that the numerous PAOK fans (and voters) would otherwise be enraged!!! For the same reason, most of the operating expenses of the arena are also paid by the State. more...