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| A Chinese sturgeon fish, representing the element of water and the Olympic discipline of water sports, Beibei reflects the blue Olympic ring. In China's traditional culture and art, the fish and water designs are symbols of prosperity and harvest. Beibei carries the blessing of prosperity, a symbol of surplus, depicting another measure of a good year and a good life. |
| A Panda, representing the element of Wood and the Olympic disciplines of martial arts and weight lifting, Jingjing represents the black Olympic ring. As a national treasure and a protected species, pandas are adored by people everywhere. The lotus designs in Jingjing's headdress, which are inspired by the porcelain paintings of the Song Dynasty, symbolize the lush forest and the harmonious relationship between man and nature. Jingjing is charmingly naive and optimistic. |
| The Olympic torch, representing the element of fire and the Olympic disciplines involving game balls, Huahua represents the red Olympic ring. It is the core embodiment of the Olympic spirit and inspires all with the passion to run faster, jump higher and be stronger. The shining light of Huahua, invites the warmth of Beijing and the instills a feeling of blessings of the chinese people. The fiery designs of his head ornament are drawn with just a touch of China’s traditional lucky designs. |
| A Tibetan Antelope, representing the element of Earth and the Olympic discipline of track and field sports, Yingying represents the yellow Olympic ring. It is a symbol of the vastness of China's landscape which carries the blessing of health and the strength of body that comes from harmony with nature. His head ornament incorporates several decorative styles from the Qinghai-Tibet and Sinklang cultures and the ethnic design traditions of Western China. |
| A Swallow, representing the Buddhist element of air and the Olympic discipline of gymnastics, Nini represents the green Olympic ring. Among the kites that were flown in beijing as a tradition, the designs of the golden-winged swallow is traditionally one of the most popular. Nini’s figure is drawn from this grand tradition of flying designs. Nini's golden wings symbolize the infinite sky and spreads good-luck as a blessing wherever she flies. |
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