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Millennium Dome (The O2)

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The Millennium Dome is a large tensioned-fabric structure on the Greenwich Peninsula in London, England, designed by the Richard Rogers Partnership and completed in 1999 to house the Millennium Experience exhibition celebrating the year 2000. The dome's canopy is supported by twelve yellow steel masts reaching 100 metres in height and covers approximately 80,000 square metres of enclosed floor space, making it one of the largest membrane structures in the world. Following the exhibition's closure, the building was redeveloped into The O2 entertainment complex, incorporating a 20,000-capacity indoor arena operated by AEG alongside restaurants, a cinema, and exhibition spaces.

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What is the Millennium Dome now called?

The Millennium Dome is now commonly known as The O2. It stands on the Greenwich Peninsula in London, England.

When was the Millennium Dome built?

The structure was completed in 1999 for the Millennium Experience exhibition, which celebrated the year 2000. It was designed by the Richard Rogers Partnership.

What kind of structure is the Millennium Dome?

It is a large tensioned-fabric structure. Its canopy is supported by a series of masts and tension cables rather than by a conventional solid roof.

Why was the Millennium Dome constructed?

It was built to house the Millennium Experience exhibition celebrating the year 2000. After that use, the building was redeveloped and became The O2 entertainment venue.

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