Beihang University Gymnasium
The Beihang University Gymnasium is a venue at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. The gymnasium will host weightlifting events at the summer games.
Fast Facts
- Location: Beijing University of Aeronautics & Astronautics1
- Broke ground: January 31, 20071
- Floor area: 21,000 square meters1
- Permanent seats: 3,4001
- Temporary seats: 2,6001
- Olympic sports: weightlifting1
- Paralympic sports: Weightlifting1
About
Beginning in 2007, the Beihang University Gymnasium was renovated to accommodate people with disabilities.2 Upgrades were completed for the 2008 Olympic games. The facility now has a floor area of 21,000 square meters and has a total capacity of 6000 spectators.1
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