Spectacular on the Seine

Published: Sat, 07/27/24

Updated: Mon, 07/29/24

With an ambitious and unique opening ceremony, the 2024 Paris Olympics got underway when thousands of Olympians cruised along the Seine River on Friday night.Insert Preheader


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A Spectacular on the Seine

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With an ambitious and unique opening ceremony, the 2024 Paris Olympics got underway when thousands of Olympians cruised along the Seine River on Friday night.

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