The Beijing National StadiumAlso known as The Bird's Nest due to its appearance, this
colossal stadium was the hub of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games,
hosting all of the track and field events as well the opening and
closing ceremonies. The unique-looking steel support structures
framing the stadium, weigh in at 110, 000 tons (99,790kg), making
the stadium the largest steel structure in the world. The stadium
has reopened as a tourist attraction, and the public can tour the
facilities, or visit the ski resort now housed inside. Address: Olympic Green, Beijing Website: www.n-s.cn Opening Time: 9am - 6pm weekdays; 9am - 9:30pm weekends and public
holidays Admission: ¥50 tour and ¥80 skiing on weekdays; ¥140 skiing
weekends and public holidays |