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I thought that give some different facts about the millennium stadium that usually go under the radar.

“In the heart of Cardiff, where hawks dance in the sky, and bells ring tales of friendship, the Millennium Stadium stands as a modern ode to sport and spectacle—a stage for the chorus of cheers echoing through time.”

Anthony

Guardian of the Stadium. The stadium has a resident hawk named Darcy, who is trained to scare away pigeons and other birds that might damage the pitch or the roof. Darcy is a Harris hawk, a species native to North and South America, and she has been working at the stadium since 2000. She flies around the stadium before and after events, and sometimes during breaks.

Secret Tunnel. The stadium has a hidden tunnel that connects it to the nearby Cardiff Castle. The tunnel was originally built in the 19th century as part of the castle’s defence system, and it was later used as a shelter during World War II. The tunnel is now used by VIP guests and performers who want to avoid the crowds and enter the stadium discreetly.

The Bell of Friendship. The stadium has a special bell that is rung before every rugby match. The bell was donated by the Llanelli Rugby Club in 1999, as a gesture of goodwill and friendship. The bell is made of bronze and weighs 107 kilograms (236 pounds). It is inscribed with the words “Cofiwch Dryweryn”, which means “Remember Tryweryn” in Welsh. This is a reference to the flooding of a Welsh village in 1965 to create a reservoir for Liverpool.

Historic Cricket Match. The stadium hosted the first ever indoor cricket match in 2002, when England played India in a one-day international. The match was played under the closed roof due to bad weather, and England won by 31 runs. The roof also helped to amplify the noise of the crowd, creating a unique atmosphere.

Harmony in Voices. The stadium was the venue for the world’s largest ever choir performance in 2007, when 10,000 singers from 220 choirs gathered to sing in the Festival of Voice. The event was organised by the Welsh Music Foundation and featured songs in Welsh, English, and other languages. The singers performed in front of a packed audience of 60,000 people.

I hope you enjoyed these facts.🙂

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