Atlanta Georgia Dome
The Georgia Dome is located in downtown Atlanta, Georgia. The Georgia Dome is a domed stadium, an amazingly structured sports and entertainment venue. It also promotes large concerts and events. Built in 1992 at a cost of $214 million, it seats 71,200 for football, up to 74,000 for concerts, and up to 41,000 for basketball and gymnastics The structure sits on 9.20 acres of land, about 260.66 feet high and a total floor area of 103,148.41 square feet. The dome is the largest cable-supported dome in the world. Its roof is made of teflon-coated fiberglass fabric (which is strong and lightweight) and has an area of 365,584.09 square feet.
The structure sits on 9.20 acres of land, about 260.66 feet high and a total floor area of 103,148.41 square feet. The dome is the largest cable-supported dome in the world. Its roof is made of teflon-coated fiberglass fabric (which is strong and lightweight) and has an area of 365,584.09 square feet. The structure reputed to be incredible in its size and architecture in the world, till the opening of the 20-acre millennium dome in London.
Few major events hosted by dome
- The stadium acts home to the NFL's Atlanta falcons and the annual Chick-fil-a Bowl post season college football game.
- The Dome hosts the SEC Championship Game consecutively every year.
- Super Bowl XXVIII in 1994 and Super Bowl XXXIV in 2000, several WCW Monday Nitro and WWE RAW live events.
- The NCAA Final Four in 2002, regional semi-finals and finals in 2001 and 2006.
- The FIRST Robotics Championship Event annually.
- Hurricane Katrina twisted the venue for the Sugar Bowl game at Georgia Dome on January 2, 2006.
While hosting major events, dome has witnessed a few unique memoirs. The Atlanta Hawks broke the NBA single-game attendance record with 63,046 fans here at the Dome. Dome's popularity reflects in its fame gained by the performances of major superstars and bands. The event tickets are always available at Ticket Specialists. On event days it is recommended to take MARTA as parking is found at premium.