See the Paralympic agitos in London

Agitos at in Trafalgar Square, London

As part of celebrations for the start of the London 2012 Paralympic Games, giant Paralympic agitos have been unveiled at Tower Bridge and the National Gallery at Trafalgar Square, two of London’s most famous landmarks.

The agito ("I move" in Latin) is a symbol of movement in the shape of an asymmetrical crescent. Coloured in red, blue, and green, the three agitos, shaped as asymmetric crescents around a single central point, symbolise motion and emphasise the role of the Paralympic movement in bringing athletes together from across the globe.  The shape also symbolises the Paralympic vision "To Enable Paralympic Athletes to Achieve Sporting Excellence and to Inspire and Excite the World". 

Measuring 16m by 12.5m the Paralympic agitos at Tower Bridge will be displayed until 15 September and offer a perfect photo opportunity throughout the Paralympic Games, whilst those at the National Gallery (shown above) will hang from the entrance until 12 September.