The mascot of the Chengdu Universiade is called Rongbao because Chengdu is also known as "Rongcheng" and the panda is a "national treasure". The two are collectively called "Rongbao".
The mascot of the Chengdu Universiade is a giant panda named "Rongbao". The name "Rongbao" is because Chengdu is also known as "Rongcheng". The panda is a "national treasure" and is a very distinctive feature of Chengdu. The external communication logo is a high-profile and personalized business card of the Land of Abundance. The two together are called "Rongbao", which can be said to be the work of Tianhe.
The mascot "Rongbao" is based on a panda. The design of Rongbao's face refers to the facial makeup style of Sichuan Opera, a traditional art treasure. It is another intangible cultural heritage of Sichuan Opera that keeps pace with the times. the embodiment of innovation. In addition to the Universiade torch with the word "31" in flames in his hand, Rongbao's ears, eyes, and tail also take on the shape of flames.
Introduction to the Chengdu Universiade
The 31st Summer Universiade (Chengdu Summer Universiade) is the fifth time that China and the fourth time in mainland China have hosted the World University Games. The West hosted the World Comprehensive Games for the first time. The event is scheduled to be held in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China from July 28 to August 8, 2023. It will include 18 major events and 269 minor events including basketball, volleyball, track and field, and swimming, with participants from 113 countries 6,500 athletes from and around the region signed up to compete.
On the evening of July 28, 2023, the opening ceremony of the 31st Summer Universiade was held in Chengdu, Sichuan Province.