Hinawa 2009; July Simlympic Bid (large entry)
Hinawa is the largest city and capital of Seto, an island nation in the Pacific Ocean. The country is a blend of Asian cultures and history that has transformed it from a small outpost to a large nation of millions. Seto has a complex transportation infrastructure and Hinawa is the country's main hub. All the major companies are headquartered here, and many of the country's important landmarks are found within the city limits. Seto hopes to host the July 2009 Simlympic Games to introduce itself to the international community.
Part 1: Main Sport Venues
The Sports Village is located in the northern section of Hinawa, in a newly developed athletic and sports center. The main arenas are found here, and the Samsung Center is located in the northern edge of the village. It's easily accessible by bus, subway, or car from the nearby Mizamotto District. Shuttles leave the central station every 10 minutes during games and events.
It'll be where many of the events of the Simlympics will take place and Mizamotto's Imperial Gardens. Other activities like the volleyball and mountain biking will take place thirty minutes from the Senshu District in nearby lakes and mountains west of the city.
The Hinawa Dome is the largest of the arenas, and the main venue to play athletic games.
The Motorola Center is the 2nd largest arena, and the field (like the other arenas) can be converted to play other athletic games.
The final arena is Seto Railway Arena, which is also the smallest. It can be used in addition to the other arenas for the main sport venues.
The Samsung Center is home to the swimming center and indoor athletics center in the northern part of the village.
The Samsung Tower can be used for T.V reporting and office space. A secondary indoor arena and velodrome are proposed.
Park Center is an island located right off Sports Village. There are three large towers that can be used for athletic accommodations, all of them with large central lobbies, apartments, and training facilities. There is a bridge connecting it to other satellite islands and a subway connection in the nearby plaza.
Part 2: Secondary Sport Venues
The Imperial Canals located in nearby Mizamotto can be used for canoeing exercises. The long length will give the athletes a tough challenge.
A map of the Mizamotto Financial District showing the location of the canals and surrounding landmarks.
The tennis courts and arenas are located in the Imperial Gardens of Mizamotto.
The equestrian track is located across the street; it can be easily converted for races with main seating in the western section.
The park has miles of cycleways for running & biking activities and a large pond that can be used for other water activities.
Water activities such as boating will take place near the Kubo Waterfront, on Hinawa's Bay.
Part 3: Transport
Transportation is an important aspect of the games as visitors and athletes need to get to the correct venues quickly and efficiently.
Hinawa International Airport is the easiest way to arrive in the city from abroad; flights arrive in the airport everyday.
The city's complex railway system is the best way to get around the city; with 300 stations above and below ground, you're never far from your next destination.
The city's skyrail system connects Marina City (above) with the Kubo Financial District.
The Metropolitan Expressway connects all districts of the city with numerous highway systems, bridges, and underground tunnels.
The city also has many landmarks and cultural sites for visitors can enjoy in between venues.
The University of Hinawa is the prime center of education, with 3 different campuses around the city; the main one located in the northern part of the city.
The Emperor's Palace is one of Hinawa's oldest landmarks and the Imperial Gardens are a popular place to relax.
Contrasting to the greenery and serenity in the northern part of the city, the southern section contains dense and urban districts.
Looming in the distance is Mount Nugu towering over the clouds.
Part 5: Overview Panorama
A panorama of the entire Sports Village; facing east. Click here for a full size version (3982px × 600px).
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