The site Hong Kong programmed for staging the cross-country
eventing of the 2008 Olympic equestrian
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Location: Hong Kong
Use during the Games: Equestrian
Category: Existing competition venue
Hong Kong
Situated at China's southeastern coastline, Hong Kong has a
population of 6.9 million and a total area of 1,103 square kilometers, which
consists of the Hong Kong Island, the Kowloon Peninsula, the New Territories and
262 outlying islands. Hong Kong features a sub-tropical climate. Temperatures
can drop below 10 degrees Celsius in winter and exceed 31 degrees Celsius in
summer.
The Equestrian events
All circles in Hong Kong were delighted at July 8's
announcement that Hong Kong would co-host the equestrian events of the 2008
Olympic Games. Local authorities had pledged to provide the utmost guarantee of
facilities for the success of the Olympic equestrian events.
The Equestrian events will be held at the Hong Kong Sports
Institute and Penfold Park in Shatian, Beas River Country Club and part of the
adjacent Hong Kong Golf Club. Hong Kong has in place world-class equine care
facilities and medical services for horses, and a group of professionals in the
Equestrian events. Hong Kong also has recognized quarantine protocol
arrangements with many countries. Besides, Hong Kong's Equestrian sport for
riders with disabilities is well-established and takes a leading position in
Asia.
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