|
The city's public sports enjoy outstanding development. In 2004, Shenzhen extensively promoted fitness and sports activities among the public. Sports population accounted for 41 percent of the city's total population. Some 16.7 percent of the city's adult population participated in sports activities three times a week or more. Over 52 percent of local adults enjoy physical fitness rated above "good." There is more than 12 million square meters of land for sports use in Shenzhen, nearly 4 million square meters of which is for public sports.
Shenzhen Sports Center
Located in Futian District, the center features several large public facilities covering 278,000 square meters. In 1985, Shenzhen Gymnasium was built with a floor area of 21,200 square meters and 6,000 fixed seats.
In 1991, Shenzhen Stadium was built with a floor area of 411,690 square meters and 30,000 seats.
In October, 2002, the city's indoor facility for swimming and diving was constructed, which features more than 4,000 seats and covers 54,300 square meters.
Luohu Stadium
Located in Luohu District, the stadium has a total area of 12,502 square meters. It was completed in October, 2002 with a total of 3,000 seats. It was a main venue for the 11th Guangdong Sports Meet.
Bao'an Stadium
Located in the new central area of Bao'an District, the stadium covers 474,000 square meters with 8,800 seats. It was completed in September 2002. The closing ceremony of the 11th Guangdong Sports Meet was held there.
Longgang International Cycling Ground
Located in Longgang District, the ground serves as the country's first standard international wooden-track arena that can hold road and mountain biking competitions simultaneously. In 2001, the cycling competitions of the Ninth National Games were held here.
|
