Built by the Russians, loved by the locals and praised by many visitors, the Gelora is another place that just oozes atmosphere. Ok, the floodlights may go out once in a while but a full Gelora Bung Karno is not for the faint-hearted.
— John Duerden, on Gelora Bung Karno Stadium at being on #2 spot for the top ten best stadiums in Asia.