7 BEST OLYMPIC STADIUMS IN WORLD
As Olympics fever is going on among all of us let us know the 7 most extraordinary Olympic stadiums all over the world
- Beijing National Stadium (Beijing, China)
Known more popularly as the “Bird’s Nest,” this legendary location has a unique steel facade with a lattice-like design influenced by Chinese ceramics. By reducing direct sunlight, the outer cage is a shield and lowers energy use. The stadium was constructed for the 2008 Summer Olympics and served as the primary location for the track and field competitions and the opening and closing ceremonies. It was designed by the Swiss architectural firm Herzog & de Meuron in association with Chinese artist Ai Wei Wei. It’s one of the biggest stadiums in the world, with a floor surface of over 258,000 square meters and a capacity of 91,000 people. Several notable events occurred at the Bird’s Nest during the Olympics, such as Usain Bolt’s world record-breaking 100- and 200-meter runs.
- London Aquatics Centre (London, United Kingdom)
The London Aquatics Centre was designed with the flowing river landscape of Olympic Park in mind, drawing inspiration from the flowing geometry of water in motion. The roof, created by Zaha Hadid Architects, rises from the earth like a wave and encloses the inside pools in a unified design. Located in Stratford, East London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, it is bordered by other famous locations from the 2012 Summer Olympics, including the Olympic Stadium and Arcelor Mittal Orbit. Two 50-meter swimming pools and a diving pool with moveable floors can be modified for different diving competitions inside. These are world-class facilities for swimming and diving. It now functions as a community sports center, hosting both competitive and leisure events.
The Panathenaic Stadium, sometimes referred to as Kallimarmaro, served as the principal arena for the inaugural International Olympic Games in 1896. The stadium, which is situated in the centre of Athens, was first constructed in the fourth century BC and then renovated in the second century AD using marble. Once again rebuilt for the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, it had already hosted the Panathenaic Games in antiquity. It continues to stand as a testament to Athens’ enduring Olympic history and is the only stadium in the world made completely of marble.
- Japan National Stadium (Tokyo, Japan)
The brainchild of renowned architect Kengo Kuma, the Japan National Stadium is clad in cedar panels, offering a contemporary interpretation of overhanging eaves from traditional Japanese buildings. Beyond just aesthetics, the eaves keep out sunlight and rain while remaining porous enough to allow air to circulate efficiently. Visible from outside are plants, which total approximately 47,000 across each level, to help the stadium blend in with its lush surroundings.
Built for the 2020 Summer Olympics, postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the venue can accommodate up to 80,000 spectators and various sports and cultural events. While steeped in tradition, the stadium is equipped with advanced technology to enhance the spectator experience including high-def LED screens, state-of-the-art audio systems, and cutting-edge lighting systems.
- Olympiastadion (Berlin, Germany)
Architect
Werner March created the Olympic Stadium in Berlin, also referred to as the
Olympiastadion, during the Nazi era. The location functioned as the focal point
of the intensely contentious 1936 Olympics. Jesse Owens, an American athlete,
created history in that year by taking home four gold medals in the track and
field categories.
Substantial damage during World War II prompted considerable renovations that
brought in contemporary additions for the stadium. One of the most notable
upgrades was a translucent canopy added in 2004 that made events possible in
any weather. After the Olympics, the location hosted significant athletic
events such as the UEFA Champions League final in 2015 and the FIFA World Cup
finals in 1974 and 2006. Additionally, the Olympiastadion has played host to
major performances with acts like of The Rolling Stones, U, and Coldplay.
- Stadium Australia (Sydney, Australia)
Stadium Australia, which was first constructed as the major arena for the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics, is designed like a horseshoe and has a retractable roof that can be opened or closed in about 20 minutes. With a maximum seating capacity of 118,000, it boasts the biggest capacity of any Olympic stadium ever constructed. Currently operating as Accor Stadium (formerly known as ANZ Stadium), the stadium hosts major rugby league, football, concerts and other events. The stadium underwent extensive reconstruction in 2000 to provide a rectangular pitch fit for football and rugby games.
Fisht Olympic Stadium (Sochi, Russia)
Inspired by the shape of a Faberge egg and named after one of Russia’s most well-known mountain peaks, Fisht Olympic Stadium in Sochi, Russia, was created to resemble a snow-capped mountain, with a transparent roof above that provided a full view of the surrounding Caucasus highlands. The 2014 Winter Olympics were designed by Populous, and the building of the Stadium started in 2007 and was finished in 2013. In addition to hosting the Olympics, it hosted the FIFA World Cup in 2018.
