Do you ever wonder what do the rings on the Olympic flag represent? Basically, they represent the five continents of the world. The rings are blue, yellow, black, green and red. The colors are selected as at least one of them appeared on the flag of every country in the world.
The countdown to the 2004 Olympic Games originated in Athens, Greece. In March 2004, the Olympic torch was lit. The torch-lighting ceremony was regarded as a special day because for the first time, the torch traveled throughout the five continents in the world.
At the ceremony, an actress dressed as a high priestess in a white robe lifted a blazing torch. She then passed it to the first torch-bearer, the same way it was done when Olympics were held in 776 B.C. The ceremony took place in the Temple of Hera.
Greece was the origin birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games. In Athens, the first modern Olympic Games were held successfully in 1896. However, Olympic events for females only made their first appearance in 1912.
The Olympic Games returned to their origins when Athens hosts the 28th Games in 2004.
