Torch Relay for the 14th National Games Enters Its Second Stop— Weinan City in Eastern Shaanxi Province

On Aug. 18, the torch relay for the 14th National Games as well as the 11th National Games for Persons with Disabilities & the 8th National Special Olympic Games of the People's Republic of China entered its second stop, Weinan City in Eastern Shaanxi Province. 67 torchbearers from all walks of life in Weinan held the Olympic flame and showcased the diligence and fighting spirit of local People.

Olympic flame guards are lighting the torch. [Photo by Gao Lihua]

Li Junqi, the 62nd torchbearer of the relay, noted: "The torch relay has showcased the new image of Weinan City. I am sure that Weinan's sports will further develop thanks to the holding of the 14th National Games".

Torch Relay [Photo by Gao Lihua]

Weinan's Citizens Watching the Torch Relay [Photo by Gao Lihua]

"Weinan is known as an important cradle of the Chinese nation, source of the Chinese culture and Home of Three Saints with humanity. We warmly welcome friends from around the world to watch the National Games in Weinan", said Shi Ni, a guide in Weinan Museum. 

Group Photo of Torchbearers [Photo by Zhao Junzhe]

From Aug. 16 to Sept. 12, the torch relay of the 14th National Games and the 11th National Games for Persons with Disabilities & the 8th National Special Olympic Games of the People’s Republic of China will travel around 14 stops in Shaanxi Province within 28 days. On Sept. 15, the Olympic flame will arrive at the stadium of Xi’an Olympic Sports Center and light the torch tower of the 14th National Games. On Oct. 22, it will enter the gymnasium of Xi'an Olympic Sports Center and kindle the torch tower of the 11th National Games for Persons with Disabilities & the 8th National Special Olympic Games.