The Official Website of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesAugust 8-24 2008
Partition walls make for flexible rooms and sectionsThe batfish-shaped Beijing Institute of Technology Gymnasium is the representative structure on the school's campus. From afar, the gymnasium's unique wave-like rooftop gives the impression of a gigantic batfish. [Full story]
Ying Tung Natatorium conquers deadly moisture condensationConquering moisture condensation and rot is a major construction benefit of the completely-renovated Ying Tung Natatorium of the National Olympic Sports Center. [Full story]
Ying Tung Natatorium has 'eyes' and 'breathes'An electronic automated skylight and curtains shelter the Ying Tung Natatorium, a renovated venue for Olympic swimming and water polo. [Full story]
Ying Tung Natatorium pools renewed with PVC membrane liningRelining the pools with the PVC membrane only required the removal of the top layer of the pools and saved time and resources. The pools are now water-proof, attractive and meet competition standards. [Full story]
No more sound delay in Ting Tung NatatoriumA new feature of the just-completed Ting Tung Natatorium is its sound-proof system. [Full story]
Ying Tung Natatorium rich in athlete historyYing Tung Natatorium of the National Olympic Sports Center showcases the long history and splendor of the Chinese culture as well as achievements from China's modernization. [Full story]
Water PoloWomen's water polo was one of the new events at the Sydney 2000 Games, adding another dimension to a game long ranked among the most demanding. Prohibited from touching the bottom or side of the pool through four seven-minute quarters, water polo players swim up to five kilometres in a game. More>>
Modern Pentathlon (Swimming)A young French cavalry officer of the 19th century was sent on horseback to deliver a message. He rode across the uneven terrain, through enemy lines, and was confronted by a soldier with his sword drawn. More>>
