Architectural Features of the Shanghai International Circuit

The final corner leading onto the start finish straight at the SIC

The Shanghai International Circuit (SIC), which was opened in 2004, is a striking example of architectural sports venue design.  

The massive main pitlane grandstand. which incorporates the two overhanging 'teardrops', is one of the most impressive sports stadiums in the world and, situated on the top floor over the top of the track, includes the best view from a media centre I have ever seen.  


The 'lily pad' grandstand, as seen from the service road
The other impressive architectural feature of the SIC is the 'lily pad' tops to the grandstands that lines the hairpin corner on the back straight.

During my second day in Shanghai I went for a walk down to the hairpin to get some shots of the banners and also take the opportunity to grab some shots of the track while it was quiet.  Also with the forecast for rain later in the week it was also a good opportunity to take some sunny images of the track.


The office windows in the main grandstand.

The 'lily pad' grandstand

The 'lily pad' grandstand

The 'lily pad' grandstand

The hairpin corner with the 'lily pad' grandstands lining both sides of the track


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