Significance of Olympics Flames

Upcoming 2012 London Olympics Games is already a huge craze among the sports lovers! The torch and relay are the two significant elements of Olympic Games of Ancient Greece. Sacred flame is burned consistently on the altar of goddess Hera during this hugely awaited games.

During every event a precise ritual for lighting of flame is being done. At the temple of Hera in Olympia, the flame is lit from the rays of sun.

After a short relay all across the Greece, flame is transferred to the new Host City. Flame of London Olympics spreads the message of peace, unity and friendship. During the closing ceremony, flame is extinguished on the final day of the Olympic Games.

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