The Dark Shadow Shrine

embrace the darkness; that you may see the light nestled within it......

Monday, August 27, 2012

Regenerating effect of the Olympics


This article appeared in today's papers, and explains very well the point I've harped on about how sport can regenerate/rejuvenate backward parts of the hosting city, giving it a new lease of life. Just like what happened to Barcelona and Athens after the Olympics was hosted there, Stratford in East London is benefiting from the same effect -- from a 'sinkhole' into a potential 'silicon valley'!