That’s the motto of the Olympic Games, in Latin, meaning – Swifter, Higher, Stronger. Today, the Olympic Torch – carrying the motto of the game around the globe – made its odyssey run in San Francisco , a day after its arrival in the city (and Northern America ).
Fortunate enough to be a part of this event, it sure was an intriguing experience for me. While the world watched this event, it was also witness to the ongoing protest by the Tibetans. There were thousands of people at this event – local residents who must have skipped work, students, performers, tourists (like me) who happened to be in the city and hundreds of protesters marching around. Glimpse of the event shown below:Tibetans protesting (not the torch relay but the overall Beijing Olympics) the event must have come from far and wide. Some of the protest hoardings shown below:
To all my Tibetan Friends especially Chenga and Tensing, the world is watching and supporting the fight for your rights.CILTIUS, ALTIUS, FORTIUS
Am sure your efforts will bear the fruits soon!
Am sure your efforts will bear the fruits soon!
