Welcome to Beijing
The Olympics start on Friday and I’m getting in the spirit! I love the way that Chinese history and tradition is being worked into the modern games. The “Fuwa” embody the spirit of the Olympic games, each representing different characteristics through China’s favorite animals. Together their names spell “Welcome to Beijing.” Read more about the official Olympic mascots here. (Past Olympic mascots here).
Xander
August 4, 2008 at 1:10 pm //
I was just in Taipei this weekend, and these little guys were EVERYWHERE- on t-shirts, little kids’ hats, toys. Despite all the problems between Taiwan and China, it seemed no one here was having trouble getting into Olympic spirit. Then again, give something a cute mascot, and it’ll surely be a hit in Taiwan. -X
Prêt à Voyager
August 4, 2008 at 1:14 pm //
Judging on your recent posts, Xander, I totally believe you on that!
Anne
Abbey Goes Design Scouting
August 4, 2008 at 5:54 pm //
I have to say that I’m super excited for the olympics to start too!