The Shanghai Stadium is a fantastically modern and slightly surreal construction. The roof of the building resembles snow capped peaks on a mountain range and is shaped like a saddle! The stadium can accommodate up to 80,000 people and has in the past hosted many national and international tournaments. Recently, Manchester United reserves team were beaten by Shanghai reserves here and the teen boy- band "911" have also performed on stage.!

This is a great building to look at and worth taking a trip to even if you are not interested in sports! There are restaurants and bars in the stadium including China's first "Boxing Pub" where you can buy a drink and take part in a boxing match all in the same night. Bungee jumps are also available from the stadium roof for those who have not had the energy boxed out of them!

The stadium is situated in the Xujiahui district and a trip down here could be combined with a visit to the St. Ignatius Cathedral.

Opening Hours: 9:00AM--11:00AM, 13:00PM--16:00PM

How to get Shaghai Stadium :Take the subway to the Shanghai Stadium stop