The Beijing National Stadium, mostly known as the Bird's Nest, was constructed for the 2008 Summer Olympics and Paralympics. Worth $423 million dollars, this is the world's largest steel standing structure. It has a seating capacity of 91,000, as well as 11,000 temporary seats. Designed by a Swiss architectural firm, the Stadium is based on the study of Chinese Ceramics. Its steel beams hide supports for its retractable roof, giving it the appearance of a "Bird's Nest".
After its 2008 Olympic days, the stadium has been home to the Turandot Opera, the Italian Super Cup, and the Race of Champions. The stadium owners are in talks to turn the place into a huge shopping and entertainment center complex. The National Stadium is open on weekdays from 9 AM to 6 PM, and on weekends and holidays from 9 AM to 9:30 PM. Admissions fees change depending on the type of activity you want to do.
A regular visit to the Stadium will cost you 50 CNY, and 80 CNY if you want to see during the weekday. Skiing during weekends and holidays is a little pricier, costing 140 CNY. If you want to combine both the National Stadium visit and skiing in one day, tickets are available for 120 CNY during the weekday and 180 CNY during weekends and holidays.
Beijing National Stadium
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