This photo was taken in 2009 at the National Stadium in Beijing, China. It is nicknamed, 'The Bird's Nest' because of the intricate weaving of the 100,000 tons of steel used to construct the outer portion of the stadium. The stadium was used during track and field events and the soccer final of the 2008 Olympics. Since the closing ceremonies, the stadium has been used for soccer primarily, but plans are in the works to turn the stadium into a shopping center and entertainment complex. Upwards of 25,000 people visit the National Stadium per day.
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Saturday, February 5, 2011
The Bird's Nest
This photo was taken in 2009 at the National Stadium in Beijing, China. It is nicknamed, 'The Bird's Nest' because of the intricate weaving of the 100,000 tons of steel used to construct the outer portion of the stadium. The stadium was used during track and field events and the soccer final of the 2008 Olympics. Since the closing ceremonies, the stadium has been used for soccer primarily, but plans are in the works to turn the stadium into a shopping center and entertainment complex. Upwards of 25,000 people visit the National Stadium per day.
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