(Xinhua file photo: Beijing Olympic Museum, south of the National Stadium. Beijing of China)
BEIJING, Feb. 4 (Xinhua) — The Beijing Olympic Museum (BOM) reopened to the public on Saturday. After being closed for renovations for more than 2 years, which coincides with the 2nd anniversary of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.
The museum was established in 2009 and is located south of the National Stadium. The “Bird’s Nest Stadium” currently has a total area of 26,000 square meters and contains more than a thousand exhibits. Reflecting its legacy as Beijing’s “Twin Olympic City”.
Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee Blessing the Chinese people on the upcoming Chinese New Year festival via video system. He pointed out that the Chinese people can be proud that Beijing is the first city in the world to host the Summer and Winter Olympics.
Bash added that the museum The newly renovated building is an example of a shining legacy. And it will continue to inspire all visitors with its timeless Olympic values.
(Xinhua file photo: Beijing Olympic Museum exhibition hall, China)
Sima Hong, Vice Mayor of Beijing said that the museum will be organized various exhibitions. Including educational, research and cultural activities, which will stimulate the tourism and sports industries.
Beijing will also strengthen cooperation with the International Olympic Committee. and other international organizations Continue the spirit of the Olympic Games as well.
Chinese athletes such as Ye Qiaobo, Deng Yaping, Tongwen, Wu Dajing and Han Xiaopeng They jointly donated collectibles to the museum, such as table tennis or ping pong rackets. Skates and ski blades
Winter Olympic champion Wu Dajing said that every collectible tells an unforgettable story. We believe that displaying these items will encourage more people to play sport and feel the Olympic spirit.
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