Not many Chinese stamps have any English on them, but this one clearly states the [proud?] anniversary!
China is competing in 33 events to add to their 635 medal count of their 12th summer games. That Communist Party has invested well in their athletes (though how humanely, is up for debate).
Taiwan, or Chinese Taipei, as it is known at the Games, will be competing in 15 events to add to their 36 medal count. None will involve jellyfish. This one with the long, long tentacles, is a Lion's Mane. Taiwan does not get to compete under their own name or their own flag.
Albania is one of only five European countries who have never medalled at the Olympics. This bellflower is deceptively delicate looking - it is a highly invasive plant where I live. Very pretty though. This summer they will have 5 competitors for wrestling, shooting, and athletics. They never use their own Albanian name of Shqiperia for their country.
from one extreme to another in the eastern hemisphere for Sunday Stamps
