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Huanhuan olympic pinHUANHUAN
As Huanhuan stands in the center of Fuwa, he symbolizes the Olympic flame and the passion of the sport. He is the big brother and he stands as the core embodiment of the Olympic spirit. Huanhuan is outgoing and enthusiastic, excels at all the ball games and represents the red Olympic ring. The fire-like designs on his head draw just a touch of China's traditional lucky designs.

 

Yingying olympic pinYINGYING
Symbolizing one of the first animals put under protection in China, Yingying is the fast and agile Tibetan antelope. He can swiftly cover great stretches of land as he races across the earth and is a symbol of the vastness of China's landscape. Yingying brings commitment to a Green Olympics, he is strong in track and field events, an agile boy and represents the yellow Olympic ring.

 

Nini olympic pinNINI
Nini´s figure is drawn from a grand tradition of kite designs, the golden-winged swallow. Nini is innocent and joyful, strong in gymnastics and represents the green Olympic ring. Her golden wings symbolize the infinite sky and spread good-luck as a blessing wherever she flies.

 





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