What is the prototype of the ice pier in Beijing Winter Olympics?

The prototype of the ice pier in Beijing Winter Olympics is panda. The prototype of the ice pier, originally an ice shell, was linked with the elements of sugar-coated haws, and finally chose the panda because of its popularity. The mascot is designed and created with the panda as the prototype, combining the panda image with the super ice crystal shell, which embodies the characteristics of winter ice and snow sports and modern technology.

The meaning of the ice pier

The "ice" in the name of the mascot Bingdundun symbolizes purity and strength, which is the characteristic of the Winter Olympics. "Dundun" means honesty, health, liveliness and loveliness, which fits the overall image of panda and symbolizes the strong physique, tenacious will and inspiring Olympic spirit of Winter Olympics athletes.

The shape of the ice pier head shell is taken from the ice and snow sports helmet, decorated with colorful halo, and inspired by the ice ribbon of the National Speed Skating Hall of Beijing Winter Olympics. The flowing bright lines symbolize the ice and snow sports track and 5G high technology.