The photo released by the Hangzhou Asian Games Organizing Committee shows the design of the Victory Ceremony bouquet for the Hangzhou Asian Games, which was unveiled in Hangzhou, China, on Aug 24, 2023. (PHOTO HANDOUT VIA XINHUA)
HANGZHOU - With just 30 days remaining until the Hangzhou Asian Games kickoff, organizers unveiled the victory ceremony elements - bouquets, trays, and podiums - on Thursday. These elements not only highlight Hangzhou's distinctive cultural identity but also showcase the city's allure.
Victory ceremony bouquet
The Victory Ceremony bouquet, named "Fruits of Triumph," stands as a testament to the sportsmanship and resilient spirit of Asian Games athletes. It wishes them a journey marked by fruitful achievements and honor.
The undulating water design at its top mirrors the poetic beauty of Zhejiang's rolling hills and meandering rivers. Remarkably, this floral vessel becomes a keepsake for the medalists
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This bouquet blends elements significant in Chinese culture: rice ears and lotus pods, signifying harvest and accomplishments. Incorporated within are a China-bred rose called "Heart of Innocence", butterfly orchids reflecting the "Rainbow Purple" hue from the Asian Games color palette, and notable Hangzhou plants including Longjing tea branches and sweet osmanthus twigs.
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A notable innovation for this Games is the floral vessel. Drawing inspiration from Huagu, a broad-lipped, long-stemmed vessel from the Southern Song (AD 1127-AD 1279) Imperial Kiln, Dongyang Wood Carving, recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, crafted this vessel. The undulating water design at its top mirrors the poetic beauty of Zhejiang's rolling hills and meandering rivers. Remarkably, this floral vessel becomes a keepsake for the medalists.
The illustration released by the Hangzhou Asian Games Organizing Committee shows the design of the Victory Ceremony medal tray for the Hangzhou Asian Games, which was unveiled in Hangzhou, China, on Aug 24, 2023. (PHOTO HANDOUT VIA XINHUA)
Victory ceremony medal tray
The medal tray's design finds its muse in the ripples of the West Lake touched by a gentle breeze. It portrays the elegant contour of lakes and hills. Crafted from aluminum through a single-piece press molding process, the tray is finished with an eco-friendly water-based coat.
The illustration released by the Hangzhou Asian Games Organizing Committee shows the design of the Victory Ceremony podium for the Hangzhou Asian Games, which was unveiled in Hangzhou, China, on Aug 24, 2023. (PHOTO HANDOUT VIA XINHUA)
Victory ceremony podium
The podium sports a gradient of "Rainbow Purple" on its exterior, radiating vitality and innovation. Its surface, painted in "Ink White," embodies the spirit of unity, harmony, and mutual success among Asian nations and regions.
The illustration released on Sept 10, 2021 shows the torch design for Hangzhou Asian Games. (PHOTO HANDOUT VIA XINHUA)
The torch relay for the Hangzhou Asian Games will start on September 8 and cover 11 cities in east China's Zhejiang province until September 20, organizers announced at a press conference here on Thursday.
The registration for the Games has been completed, as 12,417 athletes and 4,975 officials from 45 countries and regions have registered to participate, according to the Hangzhou Asian Games Organizing Committee (HAGOC).
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The Hangzhou Asian Games feature 40 sports, 61 disciplines, and 481 events. 29 sports have been included in the program of the 2024 Paris Olympics, while the others are sports which reflect the diverse sporting culture of the continent such as Southeast Asia's sepak takraw and South Asia's kabaddi.
The Hangzhou Asian Games will open on September 23 and close on October 8, with its first gold medal to be decided on September 24. Football, volleyball and cricket competitions will start prior to the opening ceremony
