Opening ceremony lights up Paris in unique style

Friday, 26 July 2024

Opening ceremony lights up Paris in unique style

The 2024 Olympics opened in Paris in spectacular style with thousands of athletes sailing along the River Seine past lively performers on bridges, banks and rooftops in an ambitious take on an opening ceremony.

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Video Credit: euronews (in English) - Published on July 25, 2024

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Paris will launch its Summer Games opening ceremony on Friday night along the Seine, marking the first time the event is held outside a stadium.

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