Ying Tung Natatorium
The Ying Tung Natatorium (Yingdong Natatorium) is a swimming venue at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. The venue will host Water Polo events and swimming events in the Modern Pentathlon.
Fast Facts
- Location: Olympic Sports Center1
- Broke ground: April 1, 20061
- Floor area: 44,635 square meters1
- Permanent seats: 6,0001
- Olympic sport: Water Polo, Modern Pentathlon swimming1
- Paralympic use: Training1
About
The Ying Tung Natatorium has been renovated for the 2008 Summer Olympics. The facility makes use of natural lighting and ventilation to conserve as much energy as possible. The building covers 44,635 square meters and has seating for up to 6,000 spectators. The natatorium also uses solar energy collected from a neighboring building to sustain light and water-heating needs.2
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