Vancouver, Canada is prepared and excited about the
year 2010 and the Vancouver Olympics, in which the world
will embrace the spirit and the personality of Vancouver
while celebrating the greatest athletes in the world.
It all began with the presentation ceremony at
the closing of the 2006 Olympic and Paralympic Winter
Games held in Torino,
Italy, when Vancouver
was given the Olympic and Paralympic Flags designating
the city of Vancouver to be the host of the next Winter
Games. After this ceremony, Vancouver was officially listed
as the host city of the Winter Olympics 2010.
The Vancouver 2010 Olympics will begin their own unique
ceremony welcoming the athletes to Vancouver and to Whistler
at the Vancouver Olympic Village. At this ceremony, athletes
will be greeted by the honorary Mayor of the Village while
the flag of their country will be raised.
Each host country adds a new and exciting slant to the Olympic Games with the various ceremonies scattered throughout the events, and the Vancouver Olympics are sure to continue this tradition. The Vancouver 2010 Olympics will honor the importance of the world gathering together historically to celebrate the best athletes throughout the world, while working together in peace and respecting the IOC ceremonial protocols. The opening ceremony will not only allow the Vancouver and the Winter Olympics 2010 to welcome athletes from around the world to their city, but will also give Vancouver the chance to show people all over the world what it means to be Vancouverites, Canadians, and British Columbians.
The Vancouver Olympics opening ceremony will be held
on February 12, 2010, at the BC Place Stadium located
at 777 Pacific Blvd, on the north side of False Creek
in Vancouver, British Columbia. This will mark the first
time in history that the ceremonies will be held in an
indoor facility. Winter Olympics 2010 will include the
Paralympic Winter Games, which will open on March 12,
2010, at the same location.
The Vancouver 2010 Olympics will offer the world wonderful
Olympic Games such as curling, cross country skiing, figure
skating, bobsleighing, and more. The venues at the Vancouver
Olympics will be located on over a 120-kilometer zone
beginning at the shores of Richmond and then through the
center of downtown and up to the high peaks of the mountain
resort of Whistler, giving
spectators and athletes views of the beautiful scenery
that Vancouver has to offer.
The Vancouver Olympic Village, or should we say villages, were designed especially for the athletes that will be joining in the competition during the Vancouver Olympics. Both villages will be easy for all athletes to enjoy their stay in Vancouver while learning about the history of the area, visiting the various attractions, and of course being involved in the Olympics for the greatest athletes in the world. The Vancouver Olympic Village is located in Vancouver’s Southeast False Creek area, will accommodate 2,100 athletes whereas the Whistler Olympic and Paralympic Village is home in the Cheakamus Valley, and will accommodate 2,400 athletes. Both villages will be the home for athletes and officials during the 2010 Olympics.
Vancouver offers many things
to do and attractions for visitors while they are
waiting on their next event during the Winter Olympics
2010 or for a vacation at any time throughout the year.
While visiting Vancouver for the Vancouver Olympics you
must venture off and see the sights of the city, which
will allow you to embrace the beautiful and cultural atmosphere
of Canada. One of the most spectacular sights to see is
the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Gardens. The gardens are practically
hidden behind the walls of Chinatown home in downtown
Vancouver only a short distance from most Olympic
venues. Along with the beauty of the gardens, Vancouver
offers skiers a unique sky-ride to Peak Chalet and Grouse
Mountain. Whatever you wish to do while in Vancouver from
skiing to dining, you will find a favorite hangout in
just a short walk around town.
