Macau Olympic Aquatic Centre

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Macau Olympic Aquatic Centre

The Macau Olympic Aquatic Centre (Chinese :澳門奧林匹克游泳館; Portuguese : Piscina Olimpica De Macau) is an aquatic center in Taipa, Macau, China. Inaugurated on March 28, 2003, the aquatic center covers a total area of 3,220 m2 and has a seating capacity of 1,500. [1] The Aquatic Centre includes a diving pool 25 meters by 25 meters (with an adjustable floor capable of reaching a maximum depth of 5 meters) and a 50m swimming pool with 10 lanes. Both facilities comply with the latest FINA standards and are eligible for holding international competitions. Water quality is maintained by a sophisticated sanitizing system using ozone, instead of chlorine.

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