Olympic Stadium (Munich 1972)

Olympic Stadium in Munich, built for the 1972 Summer Olympics, is a striking sports arena known for its innovative design featuring a tensile roof that resembles a giant, open umbrella. It can hold around 69,000 spectators and hosts various events, including athletics and football. The stadium's architecture emphasizes transparency and openness, symbolizing unity and modernity. It is also notable for the tragic 1972 Munich massacre, where a terrorist attack resulted in the deaths of 11 Israeli athletes and coaches. Today, the stadium remains a prominent sports venue and a symbol of Munich’s architectural and historical heritage.