Olympic Torch Relay

The Olympic Torch Relay is a ceremonial event leading up to the Olympic Games. It involves carrying a specially designed torch from Greece, where the ancient Olympics began, to the host city of the current Games. The journey typically involves numerous torchbearers who each carry the flame for a segment, symbolizing peace, unity, and the spirit of competition. The relay culminates with the lighting of the Olympic cauldron during the opening ceremony, marking the official start of the Games. This event emphasizes tradition and the global nature of the Olympics, engaging communities and nations along the route.