24 Stunning Stadiums That Feel More Like Cathedrals of Sport

22. Estadio Hernando Siles – The Stadium Above the Clouds

Located at a breathtaking 3,637 meters (11,932 feet) above sea level in La Paz, Bolivia, Estadio Hernando Siles is one of the highest stadiums in the world, and one of the most feared. The thin air at this altitude creates an immense challenge for visiting teams, with many players struggling for breath after just a few minutes. When the Bolivian national team faces heavyweights like Brazil or Argentina, the locals turn the stadium into a wall of noise, making it an impossible fortress for outsiders. Football at Hernando Siles is a different experience—one where nature itself becomes part of the game.