The coolest rink in the world. The most impressive rollers in the world

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27.12.17 11:11

These mysterious New Year's Days of the Square of many cities (including the Palace in St. Petersburg, Red in Moscow or opposite the majestic Somerset House in London) turned into amazingly beautiful rollers, where you hurry and young people, and children, and romantic couples, and veterans skates. Festive illumination, music and exquisite design makes ice areas just fabulous! Today we will look at the most unusual rollers in the world.

Ice patterns: the most unusual rollers of the world

Vintage depot in Minneapolis

One of the oldest depots of America - built in Minneapolis (Minnesota) at the end of the XIX century building with high vaults - was intended for "parking" of trains that were held along the Milwauke-Road line. The last composition went from here in 1871. But the historical structure was not abandoned - it turned into an atmospheric hotel "The Renaissance Minneapolis", in which one of the most unusual rollers of the United States is equipped.

Pearl of Chicago Park Maggie Dail

A stunning city rink Chicago is part of the extensive and beautiful park Maggie Dale. Although the rink opened only in 2014, he managed to acquire incredible popularity, and today it flows on the sea of \u200b\u200bcitizens, thirsting for winter entertainment. The design of the rink was developed by architect Michael Wang Walkenburg, and the most valuable in this ice tape - the charming species of Chicago open with it, especially fascinating in the twilight - in the overflows of the necklaces of lights.

Pool-transformer on the Square of Naitan Phillips in Toronto

Naitan Phillips Square in the heart of Toronto is located directly opposite the city hall and was designed in 1965 by the same Architect Wilho Revelly in the Commonwealth with Landscaping Designer Richard Strong. The area is just a storehouse of sights, among them Archer Henry Mura, the Statue of Winston Churchill and a stunning pool, surrounded by the so-called "Arches of Freedom" (which includes part of the copy of the Berlin Wall). In winter, the pool turns into a luxurious ice rink, the center of attraction and local, and tourists.

In the Brooklyn Center of Samuel Ji and Ethel Lefrak: Silver on the blue "Heaven"

The most famous skating rink in New York is a rink in the Rockefeller Center. But if you are ready to leave the hospitable Manhattan and go to Brooklyn, a pleasant surprise awaits you here. In the park Lakeside Avenue from the XIX century before 2013, no building was built, but recently the center of Samuel Ji and Ethel Lefrak (Design Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects). The highlight of the center was a wonderful rink. The peculiarity of this ice site is an unusual ceiling, saturated-blue, with silver lines embrying on each other, exactly waves.

Ingalz Center: Legend of Yale University

Ice rink, or rather, the center of Ingalz is the pride of the Yale University (New Haven, Connecticut). The full name of the structure is David S. Ingalls Skating Rink, by Eero Saarinen, Yale University, USA, it is named after benefactors, father and son, both at one time were the captains of the Hockey team of the University.

The building accommodating 3500 people was built between the 1953th and 1958th. Local nicknamed his "whale". Now it is estimated at 1.5 million dollars (which is more than two times higher than the initial value). In the 1970s, the terrorist attack occurred in the center - right during the protest concert in the building there were two bombs, damaged glass doors and roof.

Liege Arena: In the wharf "Whale"

By the way about Kite! If you want to know what the prophet of Jonah felt when a giant whale was swallowed, then you need to visit the Liege skating rink in Belgium. Bureau d'Etudes Weinand and L'Escaut architectural companies have grown in Liege in 2012. This is a dramatic silver design, covered with 200 thousand flickering aluminum plates, and the dome of the "whale head" behind "hugs" the entrance to the parking lot. Playful appearance (whether the marine mammal, or a airship) hides a serious sports facility - an Olympic ice rink of 1800 square meters. Meters with a capacity of 1,200 people. When the Arena is free from the competition, the rink is open for lovers of skates.

Near the Turkish city of Kayseri: Surreal window windows

In nine miles from the Turkish city of Kayseri, there is one of the most bizarre rollers of our list. It was built in 2009 by the Istanbul architectural firm. And the sharp corners of the roof, and inclined columns resembling parts of the dinosaur skeleton are unique.

The rink is open all year round. Its area in 2000 square meters. Meters and snow-white interior are illuminated by fancy lamps, but the most memorable piece of rink is the windows of amorphous surrealistic forms with multi-colored glasses.

Pyongyang Skating: Futuristic Combat

The futuristic structure, which accommodates 6000 people, was opened in 1982 in Pyongyang and was the first indoor ice rink in the DPRK. Until now, this skating rink remains the largest in North Korea. In the 60 m arena and a width of 30 m, hockey games are held, skating competitions and figure skating - under the closer views of the "glorious leader" Kim Jong Una, who looks at the public from large posters. If you believe the Lonely Planet site, the rink "can sometimes attend" and to just ride.

In the Paris Grand Palace: Eeria in the Palace

The Grand Palace of the Beaux-Arts Grand Palace (Boz-AR) opened its doors in the center of Paris, next to the Champs Elysees, in the 1900th year. Since then, he has been "overgrown" with exquisite halls and rooms with different functions.

There are art exhibitions, grandiose fashion shows, sports competitions, and every winter, since 2012, arrange a stunning temporary skating rink - the largest of all France rinks. The combination of the high-end dome ceiling, huge plasma screens and spectacular light shows makes the rink of one of the most impressive ice arenaments of the world.

At the resort of Jumeirah Vittaveli: under the tropical sun, on the background of palm trees

The luxurious resort of Jumeirah Vittaveli (Boliofushi, Maldives) prepared an extensive entertainment program for the New Year and Christmas. It includes not only a fire show, beach party, congratulations from Santa Claus and Snow Maiden, carnivals, but also the device of the first ice rink in the region.

Feature of an unusual eco-rink - it will be opened all year. So guests at the hotel can enjoy riding the ice on the tropical sun on the background of turquoise waves and palm trees. Interestingly, this rope, made according to the most modern technologies, does not need an additional fill (that is, water), nor electricity. Skating rink - wonderful, truly magical gift for everyone who decided to relax in Jumeirah Vittaveli!

Yesterday the ranks of the biggest rinks were replenished! On November 28, another one - the largest in the world was opened at the VDNH!

Its area is 20.5 thousand square meters. And it is only an ice coating area, just a rink with infrastructure takes about 57 thousand square meters. Such achievements in the field of winter leisure began thanks to the measure of Moscow Sergey Sobyanin, heading the headquarters for the revival of the VDNH.

We decided to collect our blogger parties and go ride. In addition, in the evening, the discovery was promised to show an incredible show.

In the middle of the rink we noticed a huge crane, and immediately understood that there would be something ambitious. Indeed, at an altitude of 17 meters in the air, a huge construction resembling a chandelier, which was suspended drummers and acrobats of the Flying French Theater La Compagnie Trans Express.

"Heavenly Carillon" - the so-called show. Actually, this is the name of the flying design in the form of a lotus flower, which throughout the show spinning and changed its shape.

On the entire perimeter, the rink is located a few entrances to the rink, there are rolling of skates, all of them are new, and on some even the tag has not yet been removed. Skates are comfortable, very high quality.

The only thing that was a little embarrassed is or skates were badly shaped or simply the ice by that time was already a smallness of the pintage. Well, really, yesterday there was just an allochang who wanted to ride a lot. I hope the coverage will clean and update regularly.

The rink is divided into several parts: Alley of lovers, children's zone, extreme zone, there is even a hockey box for lovers to play, well, and a huge ice space for lovers just ride in a circle.

The entire rink area is decorated with various lighting figures, as well as the bridge of the rainbow overflowing with all colors. Throughout the route, spotlights change light are installed.

And of course on the territory of the rink and next to it there are many dots of food and toilets. It is very comfortable.

Happy bloggers)))

My guys with the guys were very pleased. I am sure that I will come here many more time for this winter!

With the onset of cold weather, almost all global capitals are immersed in the atmosphere of winter magic, giving off their squares and streets under the ice arena. It is more that skating is one of the most popular and, perhaps, the most exciting winter entertainment.

Of course, there are many indoor rollers working all year round. But much more interesting to ride outdoors, on frozen rivers or canals.

Airlife represents the 18 most famous rollers of the world.

• New York, USA

Skate in Central Park, surrounded by picturesque trees and manthetten skyscrapers - one of the most popular classes of citizens and guests of New York. In 1949 he was flooded for the first time, and to this day poured from year to year. If you have never been to New York, you could see him in the movies. It is on this rink that the heroes of almost all films are spinning, the action of which unfolds in the winter New York.

Skating B. Rockefeller Center - One of the main symbols of the city, especially popular in the festive seasons, from November to January of the month. Expensive tickets for this skating rink.



• Yosemite National Natural Park, California, USA.

This open ice rink in park Yosemitei It is not only one of the largest, but also one of the most beautiful in the world, where in the background you can see the towering silhouette of the granite mountain Haf-Dome. It is worth noting that the tradition to arrange skating in this park is rooted in 1928. It was then that the Natural Park staff first decided to pour into the water abandoned car parking.



• Seefeld, Austria

A quiet Tyrolean village may argue with the best international ski resorts. All conditions for winter sports are created here, primarily by mountain skiing. However, those who still have the strength after skiing are invited to a rink, open from December to March to valley Tsillertal.



• Vienna, Austria

The "Ice Dream" fully justifies its name: here you can not only go skating to the music (from Waltz to Jazz and Disco), but also to drive for speed (415 meters of tracks) and even play curling on one of the six sites. And all this - against the background of a magnificent building of the city hall. And do not forget about Viennese delicacies and Mulled wine!



• Weissensee, Austria

Initially, it is worth noting that Weissensee It is one of the cleanest and deep lakes on Earth, and in winter it is the largest rink of old world. Water is so clean that the international award "Tourism for Tomorrow Award" was awarded. The skating rink has an area of \u200b\u200b6.5 square meters. kilometers on which you can decently accelerate ice skating.



• Paris, France

Winter rink on the Eiffel Tower - Old kind tradition. The ice prime minister took place in 1969, but the ice is filled every year. If you are lucky to get to the opening rink - you will have a unique opportunity to ride 57-meters altitude.



No less popular French rink every year before Christmas opens to everyone in the square in front of the famous city hall - One of Paris's attractions.



• Kinderdike, Holland

Sleepy village B. 15 kilometers from Rotterdam Known by his windmills. Located along the channels, they serve not only to pump off the arriving water (most of the Netherlands lies below the sea level), but also a picturesque landscape for the winter rink.



• Toronto, Canada

It is easy to guess that the open rollers in Toronto dozens - the climate is not what allows, but strongly recommends! One of them - on Nathan Phillips Square Square - represents a practical and witty solution: in the summer it is a pretty pathocent fountain, and in the winter - a cozy rink, under the "Arches of Freedom" of which it is pleasant to dissect in the brilliance of the evening lights. Hockey here under the ban, but illegal games in Shinny (Street Hockey Option) are often closed after 10 pm, when the roller caretakers leave their post.



• Bannevel Lake Louise Resort, Canada

This rink is formed when it freezes lake Lake Louise, surrounded by mountains. No wonder beautiful landscape decorates many Canadian postcards. The resort itself is in 2 hours drive from Calgary.



• Ottawa, Canada

Collecting in the capital of Canada, do not forget to capture skates. Winter channel Rido, connecting Ottawa and Kingston, turns into one of the longest rollers in the world, which stretches almost through the entire center of the city.



• London, Great Britain

Rivers in the UK have not freezed for many years in a row, but skating is very popular among the inhabitants of Misty Albion. The best rollers fill traditionally in the most beautiful historical places - near museums, fortresses, in squares. The skating rink in South Kensington became a favorite destination for riding lovers and perfectly fit into the city panorama.



Hampton Cort. It is a beautiful tourist attraction, and in the winter it turns into a rink for romantic couples. Here is beautiful lighting, and bright carousel, and the smell of hot chocolate, as well as the corresponding music.



• lake Zhu, Switzerland

In the largest natural European rink turns lake Zhu in Switzerland. True, it works for a short time, as the lake freezes only for 2-3 winter weeks. But during this period there are competitions in figure skating, as well as ice carnival evenings.



• Medeo, Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan has the highest high rink in the world, which allows him to please the residents and guests of the country for six months. This skating rink is in the sports complex "Medeo", not far from Alma-Ata. Height at its location ( mount Mesheo) 1,691 meters above sea level, and the area of \u200b\u200bthe ice field is 10.5 square meters. km.



• Berlin, Germany

If you, found yourself in Berlin in winter, you can perfectly spend time on the open rink on Potsdamer Platz. The rink itself is not very large - 40 x 15 meters, but is one of the attractions of the capital of Germany in the cold season. To the ice rink, the organizers decided to add winter entertainment park Winterwelt with a 70-meter snow slide, from which you can ride both on sledding and skiing.



• Brussels, Belgium

The elegant Brussels invites you to ride one of the main squares of the city, wearing an old name of the fish market area. In addition to excellent ice and invariably merry Brussels (by the way, furrowing spaces of a rink very professionally) roller offers a lot of entertainment in the vicinity.



And where would you go skate?

Recently, the opening of a new ice rink, which is the largest in St. Petersburg, took place in the Northern Capital. We invite you to find out what other cities boast the largest ice rinks in the world:

10th place
tsillertal Valley, Ski Resort Seefeld, Austria
square rink - 1.500 m²

The ice rink of the area of \u200b\u200b1.500 m², located in the Zillertal Valley at the Austrian Ski Resort of Seefeld, invites everyone to skate from December to March.

9th place
square Hotel-de Ville, Parisian City Hall, France
roller area - 1.635 m²


The most popular rink in Paris every year is established at the walls of the city city hall. Ice Arena with an area of \u200b\u200b1.635 m² Year after year becomes a favorite place of Parisians and tourists.

8th place
roller Wollman Rink, New York, USA
rocker area - 2.600 m²


Wollman Rink rink in New York has an area of \u200b\u200b2.600 m². This beautiful and spacious ice ishen has repeatedly starred in various plots of numerous romantic films shot in Hollywood. By the way, here you can easily meet Jim Kerry, Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, skating.

7 place
Red Square, Russia
roller area - 2.700 m²


The main rink of Russia is undoubtedly the ice site, the sixth year in a row installed on Red Square. The rink covers a territory of 2.700 m², which is 1/10 of the main square of Moscow.

6th place
Specific Park, St. Petersburg, Russia
square rink - 4.000 m²


Visitors to the Specific Park in St. Petersburg can ride a new rink while working in test mode. The area of \u200b\u200bthe largest St. Petersburg rink - 4,000 m².

5th place
park them. Gorky, Moscow, Russia
rockey area - 15.000 m²


Another popular skating rink in Moscow is a skating rink in the park. Gorky, which occupies an area of \u200b\u200b15.000 m². It is geographically divided by four rink: children's, hockey, dance and main.

4th place
Mexico City, Mexico
roller area - 32.000 m²


The largest roller in Mexico is an iceplace installed in the capital. The rink is the world's largest artificial rink, he is listed in the Guinness Book of Records. Its coverage covers an area of \u200b\u200b32.000 m².

3rd place
channel Rido, Ottawa, Canada
square rink - 1.620.000 m²


The largest rink in Canada is located in the capital of the country, the city of Ottawa, and ranks Rido. Its area is 1.620.000 m². It's funny, but many residents in the winter almost do not remove skates, getting any point of the central part of the city, thanks to the most eco-friendly appearance of "public transport".

2nd place
lake Patersvodsemer, not far from Groningen, Netherlands
roller area - 2.700.000 m²


The Netherlands also includes the number of countries in which one of the largest ice rinks on the planet is located. They become a lake of Patersvodsemer, located near the city of Groningen, in the north of the country. The ice rink area stretched out 10 km in length is 2.700.000 m². Strong ice crust, covers water in winter, keeps up until the beginning of spring.

1st place
mountain Lake Zhu, Switzerland
roller area - 5.000.000 m²


But the world's largest ice rink, an area of \u200b\u200b5.000.000 m², is the Swiss mountain lake Zhu. True, this ice site is a kind of "exclusive": a beautiful lake freezes only for 2 weeks a year, but during this time the fans of this sport have time to visit the ice carnival evenings organized here, as well as competitions in figure skating.

+ Bonus
Eiffel Tower, Paris, France
area - 200 m²


Let him and not the biggest, but then one of the most unusual and romantic rollers. Located on the Eiffel Tower, in the "heart" of the French capital, he is the most visited Christmas roller in the world. On a 57-meter altitude, an ice site is located 200 m², where you can ride, admiring the stunning panorama of Paris. Pleasant, festive atmosphere is supported by original light effects and French music.

The biggest rink in the world will begin to work at the VDNX on December 1. The ice coating area will be more than 20 thousand square meters. Like in past years, the skating rink will be located on the main alley. It spits away from Pavilion No. 1 "Central" to Pavilion No. 58 "Agriculture".

Ice fill around the Fountains "Stone Flower" and "Friendship of Peoples". On the day of opening the rink of visitors is waiting for a special festive program. For guests prepared the performances of the air acrobats of the Spanish high-altitude theater Grupo Puja. They will present a theatrical show "Star Path" with tricks at an altitude of 35 meters.

This year's design will be dispersed with winter sports, and the girl's motto will be the words "Sport. Winter your achievements. " In the center of the ice field, an art installation will appear with multi-colored half rings with a height of 10 meters. In the evening hours will be lit backlighting.

The total area of \u200b\u200bfestive installation will be about two thousand square meters. One of its main elements will be a sculpture of skater dancing on ice.

In the center of the rink erected a pedestrian bridge, along which you can go on one side to another. A panoramic view will be opened with it.

"The reconstruction of the territory of the VDNH, which is conducted from the spring of 2017, does not prevent the townspeople to visit the largest rink of the country, they told the press service of VDNH. - On the contrary, we have prepared an even more rich program than last year. In winter, a lot of concerts, competitions and master classes will be held on the rink. "

The press service noted that this year it was decided to continue the tradition of holding photo contests with the participation of rink visitors. To do this, guests are invited to make their photo on the background, and then lay it out on social networks under Hesteg # corkwood.

For the convenience of visitors in the winter months, four rental pavilions will be opened at the VDNX. In warm rooms, guests can change clothes, leave things in the storage chamber, rent skates. For children there is a separate ice rental ice rental. On the rink there will be a cafe with hot drinks and food.

You can get on the rink on tickets purchased online or at the box office. You can get acquainted with the schedule of events, work hours and the cost of tickets will be on the official website of VDNH. This information will be available before opening.

The skating rink at the VDNH will take visitors the fourth season in a row. In 2014, he got into the book of Records of Russia and won the title of the main rink of the country. In 2016, the World Record Academy (World Record Academy) officially recognized him. Its common area along with infrastructure is about 70 thousand square meters, almost five thousand people can ride on it.