National Stadium
National Stadium is a scenic area in Beijing, China.
Visitor information
- Also known as
- 国家体育场
- City
- Beijing
- Coordinates
- 39.9914149, 116.3902867
About National Stadium
National Stadium, also known as "Bird's Nest", is located in the south of the central area of Beijing Olympic Park, Chaoyang District, Beijing (No. 1 National Stadium South Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing). Construction started on December 24, 2003 and was completed on June 28, 2008. The total construction cost is 2.267 billion yuan. It is the main venue for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and the opening and closing ceremony venue for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and Winter Paralympics. It is also the world's first "Double Olympics Opening and Closing Ceremony Venue". As a landmark building representing the country's image, the National Stadium transcends pure sports or architectural concepts and carries far-reaching social significance. It has become a platform for international exchanges and an important window to display China's image.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I visit National Stadium with a local guide?
Open the Beijing page on MeetPanda, choose a local guide, and send your date. The guide buys tickets, plans the order with nearby sights and explains what you are seeing.