National Stadium (Universiade Main Venue) Introduction
The National Stadium was completed on January 21, 2009, and serves as the main venue for the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2009 World Games, as well as a competition site. It is an athletic stadium and football field that can accommodate 40,000 spectators (with the possibility of expanding to 15,000 additional seats) and is the first stadium in Taiwan to meet the standards set by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). In addition to facilities for hosting international sports events, it also features an outdoor performance plaza, supplementary commercial spaces, an ecological green network, and public art spaces. The main venue for the World Games was designed by the international architectural master Toyo Ito, who broke away from traditional stadium design concepts to create the world's first open-type sports venue. The spiral external structure and solar photovoltaic panel roof not only embody the beauty of art and dynamics but also reflect a departure from conventional building materials. The main venue's structural construction relies entirely on 100% recyclable materials, all sourced from Taiwan. The roof is composed of 8,844 glass-pressed solar photovoltaic panels, which achieve a 70% shading effect, produce 1.1 million kWh of electricity annually, and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 660 tons. In addition to powering the venue during competitions, surplus electricity can be sold during non-competition periods, and it even set a record for zero work accidents during construction. This project not only aligns with energy-saving and carbon reduction trends but also sets a new standard for stadium construction. To help the public understand the sports facilities, architectural design, ecological sustainability, and public artworks of the National Stadium, guided tour services have been arranged. Domestic and international visitors are welcome to visit, and reservations can be made via phone or fax for reception and guidance arrangements.
