What is the mascot of PyeongChang Winter Olympics?

"With the approval of the Executive Committee of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), the mascots of Cheong Winter Olympics" Soohorang "and Changdong Paralympic Games" Bandabi "were announced for the first time in early June of 201June.

"The tiger symbolizes the geographical shape of the Korean peninsula, especially the white tiger is considered as a sacred guardian. At the same time, the color of the white tiger also symbolizes the movement of snow and ice. " "Soohom" is a name with multiple meanings in Korea. "Sooho" is a Korean word "guardian", which means to protect athletes, spectators and all Olympic participants. Rang is the middle word of the Korean vocabulary "ho-rang-i" and the last word of the traditional folk song "Jeongseon Arirang" in gangwon, where the host city is located.

Bear is a symbol of strong will and courage, and Asian black bear is also a representative animal of gangwon. "Banda" in "bandabi" comes from "bandal", which means crescent-shaped white spot on the chest of Asian black bear, while "BI" has the significance of celebrating the Olympic Games. These two mascots will convey passion, joy, enthusiasm, love and other emotions, so as to actively enhance the public's enthusiasm for participation. "