Construction Magazine April 2017 | Page 33

LARGEST STADIUMS IN THE WORLD

RUNGRADO 1ST OF MAY STADIUM NORTH KOREA

Established in 1989 , the Rungrado 1st of May Stadium occupies over 50 acres and is the largest stadium in the word . After undergoing renovation works from 2013-2015 , it is one of the most sophisticated stadiums in the world .
Enabling a capacity of 114,000 spectators , the stadium houses 80 exits and 10 lifts . The unique arch roof design has been compared to flower blossom , at which the stadium encompasses eight storeys , reaching heights of 60 metres .
Famous for its sporting events and Mass Games , the stadium has a number of training halls and sporting facilities to enable various teams to train in a number of sports .

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