Beijing National Stadium

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Beijing National Stadium, also known colloquially as the "Bird's Nest" due to its distinctive architectural design, is an iconic sports venue located in Beijing, China. It was designed by the Swiss architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron in collaboration with Chinese artist Ai Weiwei. The stadium was built for the 2008 Summer Olympics and Paralympics and has since hosted various sporting events and concerts. The structure's design features an intricate network of steel beams, giving it a unique and striking appearance.

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