5th Asian Beach Games Logo

ABG5 Logo is designed to simulate the waves and sand in the shape of the young athletes, healthy and active, athletic performances (volleyball, handball) with the symbol of the Union Olympic Council of Asia inside.

With the power and the power of sports, all part of the logo rise up to form a large V shape (which means “Vietnam”, “Victory”, “V” – the fifth in icon Greece …) which confirms the role of the host countries, highlighting the spirit of competition as well as the aspirations of the athletes win.

The combination of sea and sand waved together reflects the strength and strong wills of Vietnam as well as carrying sporting friendly message and welcome to all athletes; represents the solidarity and friendship of the Asian family with the expectation of a successful 5th Asian Beach Games

5th Asian Beach Games Mascot

ABG5 Mascot is swiftlet, a special characteristic of the southern central coastal region of Vietnam is famous for bird nest – a product of high economic value in general and a specialty of Da Nang in particular.

The mascot is a stylized little boy with funny hair on the head, a small V-shaped tail (a characteristic of oats), holding a lit torch represents the spirit of unity, peace and health of human life. The sun of the Olympic Council of Asia and on the traditional wave of mascot costumes symbolizing the Asian Beach Games.

The colors used for Mascot is blue, red, black and gold representing the blue sea water, golden sand and feathers of birds. Mascot with children, adorable and innocent facial expression, simple shapes and different colors are expected to reach the hearts of people and easy to become a popular souvenir.

ABG5 will take place between 24 September and 3 October in Da Nang.  A total of 42 sports delegations from 42 countries and territories in Asia will attend.

Source: ABG2016