Guangdong Olympic Stadium

As the main venue of the 16th Asian Games, the Guangdong Olympic Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Guangzhou. The 18th Asian Athletics Championships was successfully held here in November 2009. Currently used mostly for football matches, the stadium was built in 2001. It has a capacity of 80,012 with multi-colored seats, positioned in multiple sections, and is connected via a ribbon pattern.

The original design for the Guangdong Olympic Stadium was announced in 1999. Taking Guangzhou's nickname, the Flower City, the American architectural firm of Ellerbe Becket designed Guangdong Olympic Stadium's sunscreen roof to resemble layers of petals on a flower. The stadium bowl grows out of the ground to a sculpted upper edge, like the petals of a flower. Floating above the bowl is a shimmering ribbon of roof flowing like a wave over the seats. It parts at the ends and holds the Olympic flame, suspended between the two ribbons. A hotel surrounds a circular opening in the roof that forms a vertical tower of light, which at night is visible for a great distance. The opening ceremony and closing ceremony, athletics events will be held here during 16th Asian Games in 2010. Although it is located at suburban of Guangzhou, it enjoys good transportation with many hotels like Grand Royal Hotel, Four Points by Sherton, Waking Town Hotel and etc, click here to check the hotels near the venues.

Guangzhou, also known as Canton, is the capital of Guangdong province. Canton fair, the biggest trade fair in China, is held twice a year in the city in April and October. With a history of more than 2000 years, Guangzhou is the start of "maritime silk route". From tourist resorts to historical and cultural spots, the tourist resources in Guangzhou are in the characteristic of diversification which can meet different tourists with different requirements. This is a unique characteristic comparing with other city destinations in China.

1 day Guangzhou Culture Tour From $37

This tour could give you an experience of Guangzhou's history and culture by visiting Chen Clan Academy which is the representation of ancient Guangzhou's architecture; Yuexiu Park- the landmark of Guangzhou; Tomb of Western Han Nanyue King which is the oldest and largest Han tomb with the most funerary objects in South Area and the traditional Qilou in Xiguan.

1 day Essence Guangzhou Tour From $61

Have a visit to the classical scenery spots of Guangzhou; including Yuexiu Park - the landmark of Guangzhou; Guangxiao Temple which is the famous Buddhist temple in South China; Shamian Island filled with European feelings; the famous Qingping Market; In the evening, take the Pearl River Night Cruise to enjoy the Night view of the city.

9 days Southwest Highlight of China From $884

You will enjoy the best southwest scenery attractions in this tour. Experience Pearl River Night Cruise; then fly to Kunming to explore the Flower& Bird Market; you will also have a enjoyable time in Dali and Lijiang.

9 days Photography China Tour From $797

This 9-day tour leads you to get a close view from Guangzhou to Yunnan. You will get the best photos after enjoying Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou, Stone Forest, Red River Valley and Yuanyang Terrace in Yunnan.

10 days China Highlights with Yangtze River Cruise From $1507

This 10-days tour is foucus on Yangtze River Cruise. After enjoy the traditional culture of Guangzhou, you will move your step to Chongqing and start the Yangtze River Cruise; the view of Lesser Three Gorges and Shennong Stream would give you a splendid natural beauty sight.