The sacred flame of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games will travel
across Mount Qomolangma, also known as Mount Everest, the highest
peak of the earth.
China's veteran mountaineer, Wang Yongfeng, made the announcement.
He has recently completed a "7 plus 2" grand slam mission which
scales over the highest peaks of the seven continents and the two
poles.
During an exclusive interview with CRIEnglish.com Friday
afternoon, Wang Yongfeng said the Beijing Olympics flame project is
now underway.
"Climbers will be selected in the first half of the year. In the
second half of the year, those chosen will undergo special
training", he said.
The climbers will be selected from among China's professional
mountaineers including well-trained professionals from various
mountaineering clubs in the country.
Although Wang Yongfeng is very enthusiastic and is perhaps the
most qualified candidate, the veteran climber believes the
opportunity belongs to the younger generation.
(CRI January 14, 2006)
