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Marseille welcomes the Olympic torch

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Get ready to soak up the sun and Olympic spirit in Marseille, France. A coastal city rich in maritime heritage and cultural diversity, today it welcomes the arrival of the Olympic torch on French soil. The fire was lit in Olympia, Greece, on April 16. Symbolizing the link between the modern games and their ancient Greek heritage, the flame embarks on its journey around host nation France, ahead of the Paris Olympics. The Summer Olympics will begin on July 26. As Marseille prepares to host the Olympic sailing competition, the city pulsates with energy, blending tradition with innovation.

Marseille welcomes to Olympic torch 五輪の聖火がマルセイユに到着 Marseille empfängt die olympische Fackel Arrivée de la Flamme Olympique à Marseille Marsella da la bienvenida a la antorcha olímpica Tesouros nacionais Marseille welcomes to Olympic torch Marseille welcomes to Olympic torch Château dIf, Marseille, France 海港景色 Il porto è magnifico!

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