Aug. 08-24 2008The Official Website of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games
Origin of Olympic Torch RelayThe Olympic Torch Relay originated from Olympia, Greece. The divine origin of fire made it a sacred element. [Full story]
Lighting Ceremony and RelayThe organisation of the lighting of the flame in Olympia is always handled by the Greek Olympic Committee. [Full story]
Torch relay traditionsHistorians suggest the flame was born in a temple erected by the ancient Greeks to honour Hera. [Full story]
Modern Olympic Torch RelayDuring the Olympic Games in Amsterdam in 1928, a fire was lit in the tower of the stadium, but no torch relay was undertaken. [Full story]
Background InformationThe Olympic flame is the flame which is kindled in Olympia under the authority of the IOC. It is bestowed by Apollo, the ancient god of sun. [Full story]
The TorchThe Beijing Olympic Torch has already been launched on April 26, 2007. The Beijing Olympic Torch boasts strong Chinese characteristics, and showcases Chinese design and technical capabilities. [Full story]
TorchbearersThe Beijing Organizing Committee for the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (BOCOG) announced on Saturday the torchbearer selection program for the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. [Special Report]
Relay Route of Beijing OlympicsValidated by IOC, the Olympic Flame will be lit in Olympia, Greece according to tradition on March 25, 2008. From March 25 - 30, the Torch Relay will travel across Greece, ending at the Panathinaiko Stadium. [Special Report]
