Beijing Hotels near Water Cube

Beijing Water Cube
The Beijing National Aquatics Center was one of the undeniable highlights of the 2008 Summer Olympics. The dynamic capital city of the People’s Republic of China put on quite a show for the world over the course of two plus weeks in August of that year. From the world record feats of sprinter Usain Bolt in “Bird’s Nest” National Stadium to the dominant all-star U.S. men’s basketball squad, led by Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and company, the Games were unforgettable. ... Read more »
No athlete however, shone brighter in Beijing than U.S. swim star Michael Phelps. The “Baltimore Bullet” won eight gold medals in the “Water Cube” Aquatics Center pool. All in all, twenty-five world records were set in the remarkable Olympic Green facility. Not only was the Water Cube the stage par excellence for extraordinary athletic exploits, the landmark itself was a pre-eminent point of interest and curiosity throughout the run of the Summer Games.
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The Aquatic Center, or Water Cube, is a premier architectural marvel in Beijing and has won several international design honours.
In addition to the Olympic pool itself, the Water Cube has a state-of-the-art spa and a restaurant and bar. The venue is accessible via Beijing underground rail.
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