The Beijing Olympic 2008 Torch has strong Chinese characteristics and displays Chinese designs. This torch is symbolic of the concepts of Green Olympics, High-tech Olympics and the People’s Olympics.
It can stay aflame for a long duration. It has been designed in such a way that it can withstand severe weather conditions like strong winds, rain, snow. The flame can be photographed in sunshine and areas of extreme brightness.
The fuel used in torch is propane which is a common fuel and also does not cost much. The fuel is environment friendly and the material of its form is recyclable.
The Olympics 2008 torch is made of aluminium, has a height of 72centimeters and weighs 985 grams. It is curved in form and during its production was even etched and anodized.
The 2008 Beijing Olympic torch has been, researched, designed and produced in China and has been done very beautifully. The shape, color and design express the idea of harmony and togetherness.
Friday, April 4, 2008
The Olympic 2008 Torch-Burns Bright
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Media and Olympics-Holding Hands
2008 Beijing Olympics is the most talked about event of the season. The 2008 Olympics owe this popularity to the media coverage it’s getting. Media has always been an integral part of the Olympics. Media has helped Olympics reach each and every household.
There are short promotional films made for the Beijing 2008 Olympics. Five directors from various parts of the globe got together to participate in a project called “Vision Beijing”. They all made a short film each about Beijing and its people preparing for the Summer Olympics 2008.
These short films talk about the participating nations, the events to be held and the Beijing makeover. The construction of the beautiful stadium and other places all get a place in these films. Each and every person in China knows all about the happening of the Olympics 2008.
Media was given official approval to cover the Beijing Olympic Torch Relay which in turn helped in the publicity of the relay. Media has got the permission to cover the torch relay of the 2008 Beijing Olympics in other countries too.
