30 days to go!

30 days to go and this morning London’s Mayor Boris Johnson gave the command for a giant set of Olympic Rings to be lowered from Tower Bridge.  The five colourful rings, first designed in 1912,  represent the five continents who send athletes to compete in the games.

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The rings are 25 metres wide and 11.5 metres tall and the iconic symbol of the games is set to inspire and unite people around the world, as well as residents and visitors to the capital.

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Tower Bridge has been treated to a brand new lighting system which will greatly enhance the beautiful architecture.  The 1,800 special energy efficient lights, will change in colour and intensity and spectacular one-off lighting displays will be staged during key moments of the Games.