Olympic flame

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the symbolic fire lit at Olympia and kept burning during the Games

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  • The Olympic flame is a symbol of peace and unity among nations.
  • The Olympic flame was lit in ancient Olympia, Greece.
  • She felt a great sense of pride as she carried the Olympic flame through her hometown.
  • Athletes carried the Olympic flame through cities around the world.
  • The ceremony to light the Olympic flame is held in Olympia, Greece.
  • The Olympic flame burns continuously throughout the Games.
  • A specially designed cauldron holds the Olympic flame throughout the Games.
  • Millions watched as the Olympic flame was ignited during the opening ceremony.
  • Weather conditions can sometimes pose a challenge to keeping the Olympic flame lit.
  • The Olympic flame symbolizes peace, unity, and friendship among nations.
  • The final torchbearer has the honor of igniting the Olympic flame in the main stadium.
  • She was honored to carry the Olympic flame during the torch relay.
  • Historically, the Olympic flame represents the fire stolen from Zeus by Prometheus.
  • The Olympic flame will be extinguished at the closing ceremony.
  • The journey of the Olympic flame is known as the Torch Relay.
  • Ancient traditions surround the lighting of the Olympic flame.
  • Millions of people watched on television as the Olympic flame was lit.
  • The Olympic flame traveled across five continents before reaching the host city.
  • Backup lamps, lit from the same original source, are kept in case the main Olympic flame goes out.
  • Security measures protected the Olympic flame throughout its journey.