The largest domed stadium in the world, the Dallas Cowboys stadium is a major achievement of American sports culture. Located in Arlington Texas, Dallas Cowboys stadium replaces the former stadium that was in use since the early days of the Cowboys.
Intended to house the new NFL season for the team, the Dallas Cowboys stadium had the official opening on May 29th, 2009. The architectural elements present in the former building are imitated in the appearance of the new venue as a form of homage or tribute paid to the team's history. The new Dallas Cowboys stadium will also be used by other organizations for sporting and non-sporting events alike.
The building costs of the new Dallas Cowboys Stadium were impressive, making it one of the most expensive sports venues ever built. Arlington officials have in fact increased several taxes in order to be able to support the building of the stadium. City sales, car rental and hotel occupancy taxes were increased with one or two percents for the only reason of funding the new Dallas Cowboys Stadium. The National Football League also had a share in the contribution according to the policy that allows financing team stadiums. The important thing is that the venue was built and that the Dallas Cowboys Stadium is part of American national heritage.
As for architecture and design, it seems that the new Dallas Cowboys Stadium can stand against any criticism. Massive arches anchor the stadium at each end, the retractable roof makes events possible no matter the weather and the glass doors allow easy access at each end zone. The huge video display hung in the middle of the stadium is the largest high-definition (HD) screen available in the world, therefore, visibility is impeccable. Even the new scoreboard is highly larger. With 3,000 square feet bigger than the former scoreboard, Dallas Cowboys Stadium scoreboard now measures 11,520 square feet.
The best American Football team also has a Hall of Fame level within the Dallas Cowboys Stadium and it is indeed worth visiting. The drawings are very comprehensive and the entire level is impressive by the quality of design and the touch of history that it leaves. The 2011 Super Bowl will be housed by this facility, but until then, the Dallas Cowboys Stadium is expected to be used on very numerous occasions, for a wide range of activities. From cultural shows to the music concerts and exhibitions,
the new Arlington venue has a lot of things to offer.
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