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The Montreal Olympic Park, which served as the site for the 1976 Summer Games, features several prominent facilities:
- Olympic Stadium: Known as the "Big O," this stadium has a seating capacity of more than 70,000 spectators.1
- Montreal Tower: An inclined structure standing 540 feet (165 metres) tall, featuring three observation floors accessible by cable car.1
- Montreal Biodome: A facility that houses four re-created ecosystems.1
- Sports and Fitness Complex: A center containing six swimming pools.1
Additionally, the Montreal Botanical Gardenâwhich includes an insectarium and over 20,000 plant speciesâis located adjacent to the park.1