Westpac Stadium

　　   Westpac Stadium is situated in Wellington. Opened in 2000, it covers an area of about 48,000 square meters and is the most important stadium in Wellington. Football fans of the Wellington Phoenix affectionately call it the “Ring of Fire.”

　　   Constructed in 1999, Westpac Stadium can accommodate over 36,000 spectators and is primarily used for rugby and football matches. In 2010, it hosted matches during the FIFA World Cup, and in 2011, it held eight matches during the Rugby World Cup. During the summer, it is also used for domestic and international cricket games. The stadium has also built dedicated fields for university physical education classes.

　　   Westpac Stadium is a multi-purpose venue. In addition to sports events, it also serves as a major concert site. In 2010, the Edinburgh Military Tattoo was held here — the first time it was performed outside of Edinburgh — and received widespread acclaim from New Zealanders.

　　   Westpac Stadium    Must-visit reason: One of New Zealand’s most important stadiums    Continent: Oceania    Country/Region: New Zealand    Province/State: Wellington Region    City: Wellington