Somehow, I don’t think this year has been all that lucky for China. The earthquake in Sichuan killed 87,000 people.
But, I did start talking about the Olympics. My MBA group and I had a very rare chance to visit the Olympic square before the Olympics. This area is completely sealed off by fence now, with tons of security around, no one can get in or our without permission. However, Linda our MBA coordinator just happened to be childhood friends with one of the deputy directors of the Beijing Olympic Games. Our bus was escorted by the official Audi car inside the fence after the women made a couple of calls. We were showed the Olympic museum, allowed close to the opening ceremony site, walked around the Olympic square, etc. The site was amazing, I felt so privileged (we where the only ones there outside the working crew and security!). Can’t wait to see Olympics now on TV and say that I was there.
(Top) In front of Olympic Aquatic Center wherethe Olympic pool is. You can see they built
the building to resemble bubbles of water.
(Bottom) In front of Beards Nest, where the opening and closing ceremonies will be held. Also, all the track and field events will be here as well.
The bottom floors will be occupied by selected media.
The top floor is where the Word dignitaries, presidents
and such will be seated for the Opening Ceremonies.
4 comments:
is it hard to get ticket if I want to see the games?
Forget the buildings-- what a cool outfit you are wearing!
-- Daniela
Vandersell: If you haven't gotten tickets yet, it may be too late. They have been selling for a year+ now. Check the official site, you may be able to still find something...
Good Luck! Let me know if you actually attend the games.
Thanks D, glad you like the color Orange. :-)
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