The Official Website of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesAugust 8-24 2008
The National StadiumBuilt by long-span steel trusses, the National Stadium is located within the Olympic Green, outside the Fourth Ring Road, next to the extension of the north axis road. It merges perfectly with the cultural and historical character of Beijing, as well as the successful preparation process for the 2008 Beijing Olympics Games.[Full story]
Chinese innovation in constructionBeijing Urban Construction Group Co., Ltd, the construction contractor for the National Stadium, or the "Bird's Nest," is proud to say that the 110,000 tons of steel used in this venue were 100% Made in China.[Full story]
Steel structural trusses removedThe uninstallation of the steel structure of the National Stadium, which has drawn wide domestic and international attention, was finished successfully at 11:10 am Sunday morning.[Full story]
Membrane constructionThe on-going construction of the internal membrane of the stadium, also dubbed the "Bird's Nest," began at the end of August and has made smooth progress.[Full story]
Sparkling 'Bird's Nest' at nightThe National Stadium, dubbed the "Bird's Nest," was illuminated at night.[Full story]
Photos: Seats installed in main Olympic stadiumThe 80,000 permanent seats of the National Stadium, known as the "Bird's Nest" because of its distinct structure, have been installed on the stands, marking a near end to the construction of the much-awaited competition venue.[Full story]
AthleticsAthletics, or track and field, is the original Olympic sport. The first event contested in the ancient Olympics was the stade race, a sprint of about 192 metres.[Full story]
