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National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing, China

Modern Architecture in Beijing: National Centre for the Performing Arts

An elliptical dome covers the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing.
Interior view of the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing, China

Interior view of the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing, China

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French architect Paul Andreu designed the National Centre for the Performing Arts to be a symbol for Beijing. The theater is one of several bold new designs constructed for the Beijing Olympics. More about the Centre: National Centre for the Performing Arts

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