The 2006 Winter Olympics torch relay took part as part of the build-up to the 2006 Winter Olympics hosted in Turin, Italy. The route covered around 11,300 kilometres (7,000 mi) and involved 10,001. Stefania Belmondo lit the cauldron at the opening ceremony.
Torch
The torch was a modern interpretation of the traditional wooden torch, in which it is the metal that seems to catch fire and burn. The flame envelops the body of the torch rather than exiting from a hole on the top, like earlier torches. A dynamic, innovative shape was created to develop this concept, which recalls the tip of a ski but also the building that is a symbol of Turin, the Mole Antonelliana. It is criticized for being too heavy at 1.97 kg (4.3 lb).
Route in Greece
November 27
- Olympia
November 28
- Aroania, Kalavryta
November 29
- Parnassos Ski Centre
November 30
- Karpenisi, Pertouli
December 1
- Kalabaka, Metsovo
December 2
- Vasilitsa, Kozani
December 3
- Pisoderi
December 4
- Naousa, Kato Vermio
December 5
- Elatochori, Thessaloniki
December 7
- Volos, Stylida
December 8
- Arachova, Livadeia, Thebes, Athens
Route in Italy
References
External links
- The complete route of the 2006 Olympic Torch Relay
