"Fuwa" are five anthropomorphic dolls. Their prototypes and headdresses contain thoughts related to the ocean and forest. The connection between , fire, earth and sky uses the expression method of traditional Chinese art to show 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".
Huanhuan
Huanhuan’s source of inspiration: China Traditional fire patterns, flame patterns in Dunhuang murals. Huanhuan is the eldest brother among the Fuwa. He is a fire doll, symbolizing the Olympic flame. Huanhuan is the embodiment of sports passion. He spreads passion around the world and delivers the Olympic spirit of faster, higher and stronger. Everywhere Huanhuan goes, Beijing 2008’s enthusiasm for the world is overflowing. It represents the red one of the five Olympic rings.
