Countdown for 2009 Deaflympics in Taipei!

Countdown for 2009 Deaflympics in Taipei!

The 21st Deaflympics is coming up in Taipei on the 5th of September to the 15th of September. More than four thousand athletes with hearing disabilities from eighty-one countries are ready to perform their best efforts. Other than the opening ceremony at Taipei Stadium, the Deaflympics Carnival is also coming up on the same date on the 5th of September, 2009 at Taipei Arena. Various drama performances and model competitions will also be held.

The opening ceremony of Deaflympics in Taipei will start at 19:30 on the 5th of September, 2009 at Taipei Stadium. The ticket prices for entering are ranging from NTD$200 for student tickets to NTD$6000. The theme of the opening ceremony is to emphasize the beauties of Taiwan. There will be more than five thousand local and international performers joined for this first Deaflympics held in Asia. All visitors and audiences may enjoy grand spectacles of light and beauty that highlight the principle of Deaflympics, "Equality Through Sport". Taiwan is ready to amaze the world by kicking off with impressive programs in the opening ceremony!

The Deaflympics closing ceremony is planned to be held on the 15th of September, 2009 to wrap up all the great performances and sport competitions. The closing ceremony will also be held at the Taipei Stadium on Section 4, Nanjing East Rd in Songshan District, Taipei City.

Join Taipei for this unforgettable yet meaningful event. Other than enjoying Deaflympics events and competitions, there are various notable and popular Taipei scenic spots to ensure your memorable Taipei trip. Famous Taipei attractions include Taipei 101, Chiang,Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, Taipei Martyr's Shrine, Beitou Hot Spring, etc. You are also recommended to explore local delicacies at Yun Kang Street, Shilin Night Market, Huaxi Night Market and many other attractions.

Opening Ceremony: Starting at 19:30 on the 5th of September, 2009 at Taipei Track and Field Stadium
Ticket Price: Prices ranging from NTD$200 student tickets to NTD$6000
Address of Taipei Stadium: No.10, Sec. 4, Nanjing E. Rd., Songshan Dist., Taipei City 105, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
 
Closing Ceremony: Starting at 19:30 on the 15th of September, 2009 at Taipei Track and Field Stadium
Ticket Price: Prices ranging from NTD$200 student tickets 
 

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THE AMBASSADOR

SA at Deaflympics

Hello to our South African Team.

You are all in our thoughts and we know that you will do well. Good luck to all out athletes and the managers. Keep up the good spirits and enjoy every moment, this is so special.

Special message to our cyclists: - Good luck to my special cycling guys . Bring home the medals guys. We love you all..

xxxx

Charmaine & family in SA

Team SA Arrived in Taipei SA 11.17 am

Received an sms from Johan that they

arrived safely in Taipei and on their

way to the hotel

4 Days to go !! ...

OOOOOO........ 5 DAYS to Go !!!

Getting All the Bikes and equipment

to the terminals @ Cape Town Airport,

Johan & Venessa

Problems at the weigh in desks ... Weights...

But eventually sorted..

Sayng Cheers... Petrus(manager), Johan, Jurg & Christo

GOOD LUCK & You will be in our thoughts ... every day !!...

COUNTDOWN...8 days

From All of us at Trek & Stoor (Worcester).....

GOOD LUCK!! &

MAKE US PROUD !!!

Christo .... Johan ...... Terence

8 days to Deaflympics !!!!!

Obtain Deaflympics Results.....

ICSD is pleased to recognize that there will be 1670 new first-time Deaflympics participants, with 1003 returning athletes. Athletes will compete in 177 different events in seventeen (17) sports with 20 disciplines.

Working closely since 2003 with the Taipei Deaflympics Organizing Committee's very fine and dedicated group of staff and volunteers has been a positive experience.  A larger and broader media representation will be evident in Taipei, with over 40 media companies.

Daily competition results can be obtained from www.deaflympics.com, starting on 5 September.

Let's seize every moment to enjoy the Games, from near and far!