In South Korea, it is the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics (2018 The winter Olympics in Pyeongchang), the 23rd Winter Olympics, referred to as the "Pyeongchang Winter Olympics" ", held in Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do, South Korea from February 9th to 25th, 2018. This is the first time in South Korea's history that it has hosted the Winter Olympics. The PyeongChang Olympics has 15 major events and 102 minor events. The opening and closing ceremonies of the Winter Olympics and most of the snow sports will be held in Pyeongchang County, while all ice sports will be held in Gangneung City, and alpine skiing and downhill competitions will be held in Jeongseon County. The PyeongChang Olympic Organizing Committee finally finalized 2,922 athletes from 92 countries and regions to participate in the Winter Olympics. There are 1,680 male players and 1,242 female players. ?

On February 9, 2018, the opening ceremony of the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics was held in Pyeongchang. ? On the evening of February 25, 2018, the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics came to an end. Norway and Germany tied for first place in the gold medal list with 14 gold medals. In terms of medals, Norway ranked first in the total number of medals with 14 golds, 14 silvers and 11 bronzes, breaking the Winter Olympics record for the total number of medals; the host South Korea ranked sixth with 17 medals, second only to the major ice and snow powers in Northern Europe and North America. ; China won 1 gold, 6 silver and 2 bronze, ranking 14th in the medal list.

Olympic Games Emblem

PyeongChang Winter Olympics Emblem (2 photos)

In May 2013, the PyeongChang Winter Olympics Organizing Committee decided to develop the emblem relevant basic policies.

In July 2013, professional companies with international qualifications and experience were selected through public bidding to begin development work.

In October 2013, a design solicitation campaign was held targeting ordinary citizens.

On January 21, 2017, the International Olympic Committee finally recognized the PyeongChang Olympic Games emblem. The International Olympic Committee and the PyeongChang Winter Olympics Organizing Committee have registered trademark rights for the Winter Olympics emblem with South Korea and other countries around the world.

In January 2018, the official emblem of the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics was officially released. The emblem of the PyeongChang Winter Olympics is created by visualizing the consonants of the Korean word "PyeongChang". The emblem of the PyeongChang Winter Olympics contains the meaning of snowflakes and ice in PyeongChang where heaven and earth unite, Winter Olympic athletes and people from all over the world gather together to celebrate the grand ceremony. The colors of the emblem adopt the traditional Korean colors - five colors (green, red, yellow, white and black). ?[10]?

Theme slogan

On February 9, 2017, Beijing time, 365 days before the opening ceremony of the PyeongChang Winter Olympics, the organizing committee The theme slogan of the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics was announced: "Passion Connected!"

Passion Connected - Passion PyeongChang? A harmonious world, symbolizing people around the world's support for winter sports With enthusiasm, people of all ages actively participate in winter sports around the world, and through continuous publicity and promotion, they have opened up new horizons?[6]?.

"Passion" means enthusiasm, love, and longing. As the host of the world-wide celebration, Pyeongchang will inspire people and convey the warmth of Korea. The slogan expresses the spirit of the Olympics and the warm feelings of South Korea. "Connected" means connection, combination, and interconnection. Through Korea's cutting-edge technology and fusion culture, PyeongChang will become a space where people of all ages can participate. The slogan means a new beginning, a harmonious world and a new world for the Winter Olympics?[6]?.

Mascot

Main entry: Soohorang.

Mascots of the PyeongChang Winter Olympics (2 photos)

The mascots of the Winter Olympics and the Winter Paralympics are the white tiger "Soohorang" and the Asiatic black bear "Bandabi" respectively. .

Tiger symbolizes the geographical shape of the Korean Peninsula, and white tigers in particular are considered sacred guardian animals. At the same time, the color of the white tiger also symbolizes ice and snow sports. "Soohorang" is a name that combines multiple Korean meanings. "Sooho" means "guard" in Korean, which means the protection of athletes, spectators and all Olympic participants.

"Rang" is the middle character of the Korean word "ho-rang-i (tiger)" and the last character of the traditional folk song "Jeongseon Arirang" in Gangwon Province, where the host city is located.

Torch

PyeongChang Winter Olympics Torch

Main article: 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics Torch.

On February 9, 2017, the one-year countdown ceremony for the PyeongChang Winter Olympics was held at the Gangneung Ice Hockey Center, and the Winter Olympics torch and torchbearer costumes were announced?

PyeongChang The Winter Olympics torch is mainly white and gold and is 700 mm high, representing PyeongChang's altitude of 700 meters. After the torch is lit, the flame will burn in five directions. This is the "*" - the symbol of Pyeongchang, which is engraved on the lower half and around the top of the torch.

The design of the torchbearer's clothing combines the colors of the Olympic rings, and uses waterproof materials that also have cold resistance.