Torch Relay Route (Torch Tour across China)

As a traditional activity of the Beijing Olympic Games, the torch relay is a symbol that people all over the world love sports and peace. On August 8, 28, the 29th Summer Olympic Games was held in Beijing, and the torch relay was the highlight of the whole Olympic Games. The relay crossed the land of China, passing through 31 provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities directly under the Central Government, Hongkong and Macao Special Administrative Regions, and became an unforgettable journey.

First stop: Olympic Park

On March 24th, 28, the starting ceremony of the torch relay was held in the Bird's Nest Stadium in Beijing Olympic Park. On that day, torchbearers and Olympic volunteers from all over the country gathered together to witness this historic moment. The first torchbearer is China's former Olympic champion and world record holder Su Bingtian.

Second stop: Tiananmen Square

After leaving the Olympic Park, the torch relay team went to Tiananmen Square along Chang 'an Avenue. Here, the torchbearers received the torch under the rising five-star red flag, showing the world the elegance of China. The second torchbearer is Gong Li, a famous actor in China.

Third stop: The Palace Museum

The Palace Museum is one of the ancient palace buildings in China and a world cultural heritage. The torch relay team held a ceremony in the square in front of the Forbidden City. The third torchbearer was Han Hong, a famous China singer.

Fourth stop: The Great Wall

The Great Wall is one of the landmark buildings in China and a world cultural heritage. The torch relay team held a ceremony on the Great Wall. The fourth torchbearer was Yao Ming, a famous basketball player in China.

fifth stop: Xi' an city wall

Xi' an city wall is one of the ancient city walls in China and a world cultural heritage. The torch relay team held a ceremony on the city wall, and the fifth torchbearer was Chris Lee, a famous singer in China.

Sixth stop: Qinghai Lake

Qinghai Lake is the largest inland lake in China and a world natural heritage. The torch relay team held a ceremony at the lakeside, and the sixth torchbearer was Li Jian, a famous singer in China.

Seventh stop: Mount Everest

Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world and the national treasure of China. The torch relay team held a ceremony at the foot of Mount Everest. The seventh torchbearer was Xu Lijia, a famous mountaineer in China.

Eighth stop: Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a special administrative region of China and an international financial, trade and shipping center. The torch relay team held a ceremony in Hongkong, and the eighth torchbearer was China famous actor Andy Lau.

Ninth stop: Macau

Macau is a special administrative region of China and an international tourism, entertainment and gambling center. The torch relay team held a ceremony in Macau, and the ninth torchbearer was Joey Yung, a famous China singer.

Tenth stop: Beijing Olympic Park

On August 8, 28, the torch relay team returned to Beijing Olympic Park and completed a torch journey across China. In the evening, a grand opening ceremony was held in the Beijing Olympic Stadium, and the eyes of the whole world were focused on this vibrant and hopeful city.

During this torch journey across China, the torch relay team not only conveyed the torch, but also conveyed China culture, China spirit and China dream. This activity not only shows the beautiful scenery and long history of China, but also shows the unity, friendship and fighting spirit of the people of China. Let's review this history together and contribute to the prosperity and development of China and world peace and development!