China Agricultural University Gymnasium nearly ready (photos attached)

Updated：2007-07-27

(BEIJING, July 26) -- The China Agricultural University Gymnasium, the venue for Olympic wrestling events, is nearly ready for use -- one year ahead of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad.

Located in northwestern Beijing, the complex spans close to 24,000 square meters and offers seating capacity for 8,500 fans - 6,000 of which are permanent seats.

Inside the venue will be three mats for Olympic wrestling competition. An auxiliary lobby will also be available for the athletes during the Games.

The venue is slated to be a multifunctional sport facility after the Games.

The exterior of the venue (Photo credit: CNSphoto)

The interior of the venue (Photo credit: CNSphoto)

The interior of the venue (Photo credit: CNSphoto)