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Olympic Swimming Pool Kintélé
The Olympic Swimming Pool at the Kintélé Sports Complex is a world-class sporting venue near Brazzaville, constructed specifically for the 11th African Games in 2015. The entire complex, known as the 'Complexe Sportif de la Concorde,' marked a milestone in Central Africa's sporting infrastructure and underscores the Republic of the Congo's ability to host major international events. The aquatic stadium features a 50-meter Olympic-sized competition pool, a warm-up pool, and modern stands for thousands of spectators. The architecture is functional and modern, with a roof construction that provides shade while allowing for natural ventilation. Kintélé, once an outlier district, has developed into a significant center for national sports and talent development through this investment. The pool meets FINA (International Swimming Federation) standards and today serves both professional athletes for training and national championships. It is a symbol of the country's pride in its sporting achievements and modern infrastructure.
- Location: Congo - Brazzaville
- Nearby: Loufoulakari Falls (54 km)
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The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
| Rain mm | 188 | 189 | 235 | 233 | 151 | 17 | 6 | 25 | 84 | 206 | 305 | 270 |
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- Part of the Kintélé Sports Complex, inaugurated for the 2015 African Games.
- The pool meets the Olympic standard length of 50 meters.
- Constructed by Chinese construction firms within two years.
- Features electronic timing systems meeting international standards.
- Kintélé is located about 15 kilometers north of central Brazzaville.
- Includes seating for approximately 2,000 spectators in the aquatic stadium.
- Serves as a training center for the Congolese national swim team.
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