Henan Provincial Sports Centre Stadium
| 河南省体育中心体育场 | |
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| Location | Sanquan Road, Huiji District, Zhengzhou, Henan, China |
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| Coordinates | 34°50′14″N 113°37′22″E / 34.8371861°N 113.6228778°E |
| Owner | Henan Provincial Sports Bureau |
| Operator | Henan Provincial Sports Centre Co., Ltd. |
| Capacity | 48,000 |
| Field size | 262m (east-west) × 255m (north-south) |
| Surface | Natural grass (football field) |
| Construction | |
| Broke ground | 1996 (Phase I) |
| Opened | September 2002 |
| Construction cost | CN¥459 million (Phase I) |
| Architect | Beijing Institute of Architectural Design |
| Tenants | |
| Henan Jianye F.C. (former) | |
The Henan Provincial Sports Centre Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Huiji District, Zhengzhou, Henan, China. Opened in 2002, it was built to host provincial and national sports events, covering 980 acres with a 48,000-seat main stadium, training facilities, and public recreation areas.[1]
Design and Architecture
The stadium’s design combines modern engineering with cultural symbolism:[1]
- Steel Grid Dome: Features a **273-meter-span steel grid roof**, one of China’s largest dome structures, covering 70% of seating.
- Intelligent Lighting: Upgraded in 2022 with energy-efficient LED systems for dynamic event lighting.
- Cultural Symbolism: The oval shape and adjacent torch tower reflect Henan’s historical identity.
Major Events
- 2002: Hosted the 9th Henan Provincial Games and football league finals.[2]
- 2024: Slated to host qualifying matches for the National Youth Games.
Recent Developments
- 2022 Renovation: Implemented smart lighting and energy-saving systems.[3]
- Public Access: Part of Zhengzhou’s "10-minute sports circle," offering free fitness facilities and outdoor courts.
References
- ^ a b "河南省体育中心钢结构创新". 搜狐新闻. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
- ^ "河南省体育中心赛后利用". 搜狐新闻. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
- ^ "河南体育中心斩获工程奖项". 搜狐新闻. Retrieved 2025-01-26.