Inaugurated in 1973, CastelÜo meaning Big Castle is a football stadium in Fortaleza which was also the host of 2014 FIFA World Cup. The stadium is the home ground of Fortaleza and Cearà football teams making it an action packed attraction throughout the year.
If there is one thing that Brazil holds dearest then that is Football and when in Brazil, you will definitely want to live that experience of cheering the home team amidst more that 50,000 spectators. Named after the Cearense governor Plàcido Castelo who initiated its construction, the stadium has a capacity of more than 63,000. Home ground to the Fortaleza and Cearà Sporting Club, the stadium is one of the most popular attraction of the city. Make sure that you drop in for a match here when in Fortaleza.