Sports palace Jekaterinburg, sports arena in Yekaterinburg, Russia
Sports Palace Jekaterinburg is a large sports hall with seating for over 5000 spectators and opened in 1970. The building underwent renovation in 2006 to improve comfort for visitors and players, and features an ice hockey rink along with a roof that allows events to take place in any weather.
The arena was built in 1970 and has been part of the city's sports history for decades. It witnessed many games and memorable moments while remaining a symbol of local sports life through difficult political and economic times.
The venue is known locally as KRK Uralets and serves as a gathering place where the community regularly comes together to watch hockey. Generations of residents have supported their favorite teams here, maintaining a tradition that brings families and neighbors together.
The venue sits in an easily accessible area of the city and can be reached by public transport or car. The interior spaces are spacious and clean, with clear signage and stairs that make it straightforward to navigate before and after events.
Home to the ice hockey team Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg, which plays in the Kontinental Hockey League, a major league for the region. The team draws many devoted local fans who regularly come here to watch fast-paced and thrilling games.
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