Estadio Monumental U, Football stadium in Ate, Peru.
Estadio Monumental U is a football stadium in Ate, east of Lima, featuring four main stands and capacity for over 80,000 spectators. The complex spreads across a large site with multiple levels housing boxes and visitor areas.
Construction began in the early nineties and lasted nearly a decade, with the stadium completed by the year 2000. Since then, it has grown into one of the largest sports venues in South America.
Families from across Lima gather here wearing cream and red jerseys on match days, when chants roll through the open stands. Locals also use the grounds for concerts and large events, where thousands celebrate under the open sky.
The stadium is best reached early, as traffic around the area builds up quickly before matches or concerts. Parking is available, but arriving by public transport or taxi often saves time.
Beyond the main pitch, two additional training grounds sit within the complex, used by teams for preparations. In the evenings, powerful floodlights ensure that matches and shows can take place under clear light.
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