Turin: Olympic city

You may have not heard of the name of the city, Turin. However, you must have heard the name Juventus, the ‘Old Lady’ of Italian football and Fiat Autos, th of whom hail from the city.

International trends

Chic people are known to be very fussy when it comes to their clothing, and they certainly dislike goose pimples caused by chilly winds. Being in vogue and warm is certainly very hot worldwide. For example, Dior’s new ski series (1).

Get your kit

Here Beijing Today investigates three famous local shops where you can buy good quality clothing and equipment for snow and ice. We also take a look at international trends.

China looks for more gold

China is sending its largest ever Winter Games delegation to the 2006 Olympics in Turin, with the goal of winning gold medals in four sports, surpassing the country’s previous Wnter Games best of two gold medals at the Salt Lake City Olympics.

China goes to Olympic ’school’ in Turin

Along with the usual complement of speedskaters and freestyle aerialists, China is packing its Olympic delegation with marketing managers and media handlers.

Injury worries for magic pairs figure skaters

Pairs figure skaters Shen Xue and Zhao Hongbo, known for their huge jumps and twists as well as in their technical consistency, were China’s biggest gold meal hopes until Zhao’s injury.

Waltzing on ice falls

Ice climbing is becoming hot among sports lovers in Beijing, even though it is still a mystery to many Beijingers. Persistently low temperatures have resulted in fantastic icefalls on the outskirts of the city, providing ideal locations to try it out.

Enjoy ice

The combination of power, speed and elegance produces the beautiful spectacle that is figure skating. The skills of the skaters as they produce wonderful displays will melt the hearts of any audience.

Winter sports, a Chinese tradition

Skating is also a long established sport enjoyed by the Manchurians, as it is by the whole Chinese people.

Cool places

Below is basic information on several big rinks in Beijing with excellent coaches and outstanding equipment to ensure a safe, enjoyable skating experience.