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An exterior view of the newly built Aquatics Centre, a venue of the 2024 Paris Olympics in France /IC
The Olympic Games are underway in Paris, marking the first time in a century that the French capital has welcomed the world's finest athletes for the Summer Games.
An interior view of the newly built the Aquatics Centre, a venue of the 2024 Paris Olympics in France /IC
With most events taking place in or around Paris' iconic landmarks, many venues existed predating the Games, complemented by various temporary arenas and stands. Among the few new sports facilities is the Aquatics Centre built for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
An interior view of the newly built the Aquatics Centre, a venue of the 2024 Paris Olympics in France /IC
Located in the Saint-Denis neighborhood of Paris's northern suburbs, this newly-constructed, eco-friendly venue is hosting the world's top athletes for artistic swimming, water polo, and diving events.
An exterior view of the newly built Aquatics Centre, a venue of the 2024 Paris Olympics in France /IC
According to current reports, the Aquatics Centre boasts a multifunctional side. Starting in July 2025, it will become a vast multi-sports facility open to all, featuring two pools, a fitness area, a bouldering wall, a paddle tennis section, and pitches for team sports.
An aerial view of the National Aquatics Centre, or "Water Cube," in Beijing, June 3, 2023 /CFP
The Olympic legacy is a frequently discussed topic. In China, the National Aquatic Centre, known as the "Water Cube," was built for the swimming, diving, and synchronized swimming competitions of the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
A file photo shows the National Aquatic Centre in Beijing. /CFP
It has since become a landmark of Beijing, hosting national and international events while remaining open to the public.
The 2023 Water Cube Youth Short Course Invitational is held at the National Aquatics Centre, a dual-Olympic venue in Beijing, September 9, 2023. /CFP
In 2022, Beijing dazzled again as the world's first dual Olympic city, hosting both the 2008 Summer and 2022 Winter Olympics. The "Water Cube" was transformed into the "Ice Cube" to serve as a venue for curling competitions.
People work on sheets ahead of curling competitions at the National Aquatic Centre in Beijing, January 30, 2022. /CFP