National Stadium
Main Stadium for Beijing Olympics
The Beijing National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest, was the main stadium for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where the opening and closing ceremonies of the Beijing Olympics and Paralympics were held. Its interlocking steel frames resemble the shape of a nest, hence the name "Bird's Nest".
The Beijing National Stadium, also known as the Bird’s Nest, was the Main Stadium for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. It has hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the Beijing Olympic and Paralympic Games, and has also been the venue for important events such as soccer and track and field. Today, the Bird’s Nest has become one of Beijing’s city symbols and an important modern landmark in this ancient capital.
The name “Bird’s Nest” comes from the appearance of the stadium, as The Interlocking Steel Frame Structure forms A Modern Sports Facility in the heart of the city. The design of the venue adopts the concept of “Green Olympics, Science and Education Olympics, Humanistic Olympics”, using advanced green materials and technologies.
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