The Winter Olympic Games in Sochi are in full swing. The first Olympic heroes have received their medals. Although participation is more important then winning, all athletes compete for the ultimate golden medal and eternal fame!
The chrysanthemums of Fides have arrived in top condition. Both at the Adler skate Arena, the Rose Khutor ski area and at Medal Plaza the chrysanthemum varieties Ferry and Country have been part of all Olympic bouquets. Maybe not the largest bouquets ever, nevertheless arrangements with top varieties, made according to Russian tradition.
According to the games' official website all flowers have a special meaning: 'The bouquets of the Ceremonies symbolize the colours of the resort city of Sochi. The green and the white chrysanthemums , Ferry and Country, represent the contrast of valleys, meadows and mountains stretching along the Black Sea coast.'
After a long journey, the Olympic flame has eagerly landed. Together with Ferry and Country, main remarkable sports moments to come.
Source fides.nl/en
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