2008 Olympics facilities fit for Winter Games

Sports venues that were built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics are in good condition and could be used for the 2022 Winter Olympics, a way to cut expenses should the Chinese capital host the event, officials and experts said.

The venues have been well-cared for, and have seen a lot of use and wide popularity with visitors, said Jiang Xiaoyu, vice-chairman of the Beijing Olympic City Development Association.

China used 11 permanent venues for the 2008 Olympic Games. Four are in universities and two are used for professional training in biking and shooting. The five others are new structures, including the National Stadium, commonly known as the Bird's Nest, and the National Aquatics Center, also known as the Water Cube.