Olympia, Greece
The flame for the 2024 Paris Olympics has been lit in Olympia, the birthplace of the ancient Olympics.
The flame will now begin its journey in a relay to light the cauldron that will mark the opening for the Summer Games in July.
Dignitaries and members of the public gathered in the stadium, where the earliest recorded Games were held in 776 BC, to witness the lighting of the flame.
In a choreographed event high in symbolism inspired by the traditions and values of ancient Greece, actresses dressed as ancient priestesses entered the stadium to gracefully accompany the head priestess to the Temple of Hera.
This is where religious ceremonies are thought to have taken place in ancient Greece and where the lighting ceremony is held. (CNN)
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