Ordos Sports Centre Stadium

The Ordos Sports Centre Stadium is a multi-purpose sports complex in Kangbashi District, Ordos, Inner Mongolia. Opened in 2015, it was built to host the 10th National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities and has since become a landmark venue for national and international events. The complex includes a 60,000-seat football stadium, a 12,000-seat indoor arena, and a 4,000-seat natatorium, covering 340,000 m². It is known for its golden saddle-shaped roof, inspired by Mongolian equestrian culture.^[1]

Ordos Sports Centre Stadium

鄂尔多斯体育中心体育场
Location	Kangbashi District, Ordos, Inner Mongolia, China
Coordinates	39.832502°N 109.948156°E / 39.832502; 109.948156
Owner	Ordos Municipal Government
Operator	Ordos Sports Bureau
Capacity	60,000 (main stadium) 12,000 (indoor arena) 4,000 (natatorium)
Field size	105m × 68m (football
Surface	Natural grass (football field), hardwood (indoor courts)
Construction
Broke ground	March 15, 2012
Opened	2014
Renovated	2023 (for 15th Inner Mongolia Games)
Construction cost	CN¥7 billion (total complex)
Architect	China Architecture Design & Research Group

Design and architecture

The stadium's design pays homage to the golden saddle, a symbol of Mongolian heritage. The roof's curvature mimics the shape of a saddle, supported by 46 golden columns. The complex incorporates eco-friendly features, including energy-efficient lighting and rainwater harvesting systems.^[1]