Palau Sant Jordi

Palau Sant Jordi

Palau Sant Jordi is located in Barcelona, Spain. It is a multi-purpose indoor stadium that is part of the Olympic Ring of Barcelona and one of the city's most important sports venues.

Constructed in 1990, Palau Sant Jordi was one of the main venues for the 1992 Summer Olympic Games, hosting artistic gymnastics, the handball finals, and the volleyball finals. In addition to its role as an Olympic venue, this versatile arena has also hosted major events such as the 1995 IAAF World Indoor Championships, the 1997 European Basketball Championship, and the 2003 World Aquatics Championships. It will continue to be used for various competitions in the future, including the 2013 World Aquatics Championships, the 2013 World Men's Handball Championship, and the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup. The seating capacity varies depending on the event — up to 16,500 for handball, 17,000 for basketball, and 24,000 for concerts.

Aside from sporting events, Palau Sant Jordi has also become a popular venue for concerts and various cultural activities. Numerous film stars and musicians have held solo performances here, including Paul Simon, Gloria Estefan, Depeche Mode, Frank Sinatra, U2, and Metallica.

Palau Sant Jordi

Must-visit reason: One of Barcelona’s most popular stadiums

Continent: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region: Spain[Spain]

Province/State: Catalonia Autonomous Community [Catalonia Autonomous Community]

City: Barcelona [Barcelona]