Saryarka Velodrome
The Saryarka Velodrome (Kazakh: Сарыарқа велотрегі, Saryarqa velotregi; Russian: Велотрек Сарыарка) is an indoor cycle-racing track or velodrome that is located in Astana, Kazakhstan. Constructed in the shape of a racer's helmet, the velodrome is a unique sports complex that not only houses a cycling track, but its 58,000 metre square surface area also contains a sports courts, a fitness centre, a swimming pool, a basketball court, an ice rink, as well as conference halls, a restaurant and a hotel. It is mainly used for cycling and basketball.
| Location | 45A, Qabanbay Batyr ave. Astana, Kazakhstan |
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| Coordinates | 51°6′17″N 71°24′18″E |
| Capacity | Cycling: 9,270 Basketball: 10,000 |
| Surface | Siberian Pine |
| Construction | |
| Built | 2009–2011 |
| Opened | 2011 |
| Architect | Velotrack GmbH |
| Tenants | |
| BC Astana (VTB United League) (2012–present) Astana Pro Team (UCI World Tour) (2011–present) | |
| Website | |
| www.velotrek.kz | |
The seating capacity of the arena for cycling events is 9,270, being able to use only the permanent tiers of seating. Additional temporary tiers of seating can be added around the court area for basketball games, bringing capacity to 10,000.