Beijing Olympic officials have officially unveiled the bubble-wrapped National Aquatics Centre.Nicknamed the "Water Cube", the imposing £72m venue is clad in a honeycomb of transparent cushions and was funded by overseas donations.
Li Aiqing, president of the company behind construction, said: "The whole project is complex and unique.
"After five years of effort, we are very, very happy. It is one of the biggest swimming centres in the world."
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At least 6,700 tons of steel and 1,300 tons of welding rods were used in the construction of the "Water Cube." But a crack was found on a diving platform, which needs to be fixed. Once it is opened, 42 gold medals will be awarded at the venue in the swimming, diving and synchronised swimming events.
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