Millennium Stadium

Millennium Stadium was built and opened in the heart of Cardiff in 1999, just before the new millennium that gave it its name. But, of course, the main reason for the opening of the stadium was not this at all, but the World Rugby Championship. The huge stadium can accommodate about 74,000 spectators, but practice has shown that this number can reach 80,000.

The stadium was designed by a team of architects led by Rod Sherd. In practice, they have a record building at once in several parameters. It is the first British stadium with a fully retractable roof and the second largest stadium in the world with such a roof system. In addition, Millennium broke the world record for the size of a covered stadium with natural lawn. The retractable roof, which cost the builders so much and made the stadium a record holder, is an invaluable convenience, protecting players, fans and artists from any bad weather.

The stadium is owned by Millenium PLC, which in turn is part of the Welsh Rugby Union. This national stadium of Wales, the main home arena of his national team, is widely used not only for matches of national football and rugby teams, but also for concerts of world stars and matches of international importance.

When there are no events in the stadium, it can be visited by tourists who want to see the giant building from the inside.