Hey fam! 🔥 The Chinese mainland's 15th National Games torch is officially lit in Guangzhou, and it's seriously epic! Exactly one month out from the big event (Nov 9-21), the "source flame" took a wild ride: harvested from combustible ice 1,500 m beneath the South China Sea 🌊.
Onboard the research vessel Ocean Geology 2, this flame sailed the modern Maritime Silk Road to the Haima Cold Seep area before making landfall in Guangzhou. Next stop? A supercharged torch relay across the Greater Bay Area, hitting Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and the two special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macao 🏃♂️🏃♀️.
Whether you're a sports junkie, a travel buff, or just love cool traditions, you won't want to miss this blazing journey. Mark your calendars:
- Nov 9-21: 15th National Games
- Dec 8-15: 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities & 9th National Special Olympic Games
Stay tuned for updates, behind-the-scenes peeks, and more as we countdown to the action. Let’s cheer on the athletes and soak up the 🔥 vibes!
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Flame lighting ceremony for China's National Games held in Guangzhou
cgtn.com
