THE OLYMPIC FLAME IS LIT 🔥 At the archaeological site of Olympia in Greece (the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games), at the Temple of Hera, an actress portraying a high priestess ignited the flame. The ceremony paid homage to an ancient ritual, tying the modern games to its historic roots. The torch relay now begins to get the flame to Paris before the opening ceremonies on July 26th! Video and description: Olympics | French Embassy in the U.S.

Today, in Ancient Olympia, Greece, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, the Olympic flame is lit once more and begins its journey to Paris. Glory to Greece, the sacred motherland and home of the Gods. 🎥@ katerinakatopis Hellenic Heroes 💙🇬🇷 Greek Veterans Archive Please follow us to support. #greece #aegean #greecegram #hellas | Hellenic Heroes