The star of the Beijing Winter Olympics, which take place in Beijing, is none other than a panda nicknamed Bing Dwen Dwen, donning an ice suit. In China and on the net, this mascot is a real success and the stuffed animals with its effigy are already snapped up.
Who is Bing Dwen Dwen?
Bing Dwen Dwen is the new mascot of the Winter Olympics, that are taking place right now in Beijing. This adorable panda wearing a ice suit is awarded to athletes who win a medal. But above all, it makes the whole population crack, in China, on the web and around the world. So much so that the stores find themselves out of stock and the shops have to restock with stuffed animals bearing his image to meet the growing demand.
Where to buy a Bing Dwen Dwen plush?
The official stores selling toys and stuffed animals bearing the image of Bing Dwen Dwen are located in China, but some models can be found on online sales platforms, such as Amazon for example.
Bing Dwen Dwen: what meanings?
“Bing” means ice and also symbolizes purity and strength, while “Dwen Dwen” represents children. This mascot embodies the strength and the will of the athletes, and will help to promote the Olympic spirit” specifies the Beijing Olympics site.
Cao Xue, its creator, has also chosen bright colors all around its face to represent the advanced technologies used on the ice and snow tracks. Bing Dwen Dwen also has a heart on her left palm, to represent China’s hospitality to Winter Olympics athletes and spectators. Remember that the giant panda is the country’s national animal.