Friday, June 6, 2008

Beijing Olympic Mascot Key Holder - BeiBei


This official mascot key holder carries the logo of Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. It is made of metal. The Official Mascots of Beijing 2008 Olympic Games express the wishes of Chinese people for peace, friendship, progress and harmony. They are made up of five figures, named Five Fuwa (Friendlies). The Chinese believe in, Wufu, the five happiness.
Designed to express the playful qualities of five little children who form an intimate circle of friends, the Five Fuwa (Friendlies) also embody the natural characteristics of four Chinese most popular animals. Bei Bei is the Fish or Carp. Jing Jing is the Panda. Huan Huan is the Olympic Flame. Ying Ying is the Tibetan Antelope. Ni Ni is the Swallow.
Each of the Fuwa (Friendlies) has a repeated two-syllable name. It is a traditional and common way to form affectionate nicknames and express affection for children in China. Bei Bei means precious. Jing Jing means crystal. Huan Huan means joy. Ying Ying means welcome. Ni Ni means girl.
When the names of the five mascots are put together - Bei Jing Huan Ying Ni, they translate as Beijing Welcomes You! They offer a warm invitation that reflects the mission of the Five Fuwa (Friendlies) as young ambassadors for the Olympic Games.
The Five Fuwa (Friendlies) also embody both the landscape and the dreams and aspirations of people from every part of the vast country of China. The five elements of nature - the sea, forest, fire, earth and sky - can be found in their origins and headpieces, all represent the deep traditional influences of Chinese folk art and ornamentation.
In the ancient culture of China, there is a grand tradition of spreading blessings through signs and symbols. Each of the Five Fuwa (Friendlies) symbolizes a different blessing and will honor this tradition by carrying their blessings to the children of the world. Bei Bei will bring you prosperity, great surplus and good life. Jing Jing will bring you happiness. Huan Huan will fill you with passion. Ying Ying will give you good health. Ni Ni will bring you good luck.
Their colours match the colours of the Five Olympic Rings. Bei Bei reflects the blue Olympic ring. Jing Jing reflects the black Olympic ring. Huan Huan reflects the red Olympic ring. Ying Ying reflects the yellow Olympic ring. Ni Ni reflects the green Olympic ring.
The Five Fuwa (Friendlies) represent not only the multi-ethnic culture of China, but also the traditional Chinese philosophy of harmony between human body and natural environment, and the thought of the interdependence and intergrowth of the universe. The production of mascots has gathered the intelligence and efforts of numerous experts, condensed the enthusiasm and wish of every Chinese from all walks of life. It is the collecting wisdoms of artists and the Chinese public.
The dimensions of key holder are:
Length: 4.13 inches/ 10.5 cm
Material: metal
Colour: Silver ( gold )
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