"Fuwa" are five anthropomorphic dolls. Their prototypes and headdresses contain associations with the ocean, forest, fire, and earth. The connection with the sky applies the expression method of traditional Chinese art, showing the breadth and depth of the splendid Chinese culture. Each doll of the Beijing Olympic Games mascot represents a good wish: Beibei symbolizes prosperity, Jingjing symbolizes joy, Huanhuan symbolizes passion, Yingying symbolizes health, and Nini symbolizes good luck. The dolls bring Beijings hospitality and blessings to all corners of the world, inviting people from all over the world to gather in Beijing to celebrate the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China. The five Fuwa dolls are called "Beibei", "Jingjing", "Huanhuan", "Yingying" and "Nini" respectively. One word from each of their names was taken in order to form a homophonic "Beijing welcomes you".
Jingjing
Jingjing’s source of inspiration: my country Endangered and rare animals: panda. It is also adapted from the prototype of Jingjing, the main venue of Chaokou Philharmonic Orchestra. Jingjing is a cute and naive giant panda who brings joy to people wherever she goes. As Chinas national treasure, the giant panda is deeply loved by people around the world. It represents the black link among the five Olympic rings.
