March 26, 2007

Mascot 1 - Beibei

The first Fuwa is Beibei. In Chinese traditional culture and art, the fish and water designs are symbols of prosperity and harvest. And so Beibei carries the blessing of prosperity. A fish is also a symbol of surplus in Chinese culture, another measure of a good year and a good life.

The ornamental lines of the water-wave designs are taken from well-known Chinese paintings of the past.

Among Fuwa, Beibei is know to be gentle and pure. Strong in water sports, she reflects the blue Olympic ring.