Central Vancouver in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia — Canada’s West Coast (North America)
The Olympic Cauldron
Photographed By Adam Margolis, October 10, 2023
1. The Olympic Cauldron Marker
Following the longest national torch relay in Olympic History, the Olympic Cauldron was lit on February 12, 2010 marking the official opening of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
Arriving from Athens, Greece, the Olympic Flame was broudly carried by 12,000 torchbearers on a 45,000 kilometer journey across the country, embracing Canadians in over 1,000 communities along the way in the excitement of the Games.
As the Flame made its way from coast to coast, it did much more than shine a light on the people and places that are truly Canadian. it carried with it a powerful message.
The Flame symbolizes the values that lie at the heart of the Games and Canadians - peace, friendship, and respect.
The Olympic Cauldron, proudly provided by FortisBC - as a legacy for British Columbia and Canada to keep the inspiring memories of the 2010 Olympic Games alive for all. The Olympic Cauldron will be lit on special occasions to celebrate major achievements and events.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Peace • Sports. A significant historical date for this entry is February 12, 2010.
Location. 49° 17.357′ N, 123° 7.074′ W. Marker is in Vancouver, British Columbia, in Metro Vancouver. It is in Central Vancouver. Marker is on
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Jack Poole Plaza (a few steps from this marker); Unstable Politics (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Wind Wheel Mobile (about 120 meters away); Komagata Maru (about 150 meters away); Canada Pavillion (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Ceperley Rounsefell Building (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); BC & Yukon Chamber of Mines (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Canada Place (approx. 0.4 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Vancouver.
Photographed By Adam Margolis, October 10, 2023
2. The Olympic Cauldron Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on November 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 15, 2023, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. This page has been viewed 46 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 15, 2023, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
