The torch relay for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics set off on Wednesday from Olympia, the Greek birthplace of the ancient Games. Carried by Greek rower Petros Gkaidatzis and then jointly with Italian cross-country skiing champion Stefania Belmondo. The relay began the countdown to the Winter Games, which will open on February 6. #winter #olympics #italy #greece #ancientcivilisations #sports | CGTNEurope

Welcome to the birthplace of democracy and Olympic Games! 💙🇬🇷 Kalimarmaro is a nickname for the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, Greece. It means “beautiful marble” in Greek. It is one of the iconic historic landmarks of Athens. People visit not only because of its Olympic history, but also for its architectural beauty and its connection to ancient Athens 🏛️ It is used nowadays for ceremonial events (Olympic flame lighting, etc.), some athletic events, concerts, and as a major tourist attracti