The flame was ignited at the historic birthplace of the Games in Ancient Olympia, in southwest Greece, during a much-anticipated ceremony televised around the world
The Olympic Flame's sea transfer from Piraeus to Marseille bears significant symbolic weight, reflecting the deep historical ties between the two cities, dating back to their ancient Mediterranean influence
The Olympic Flame Torch Relay will travel across Greece after a lighting ceremony in Ancient Olympia on April 16 and from there to France for the Paris 2024 Games.