Rio 2016 Olympic torch

The 2016 Olympic torch features an innovative recycled aluminium design
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COLOURED SECTIONS Based on hues found in Brazilian flag

Sky: Embodies sun and ultimate achievement of gold medal

Mountains: Inspired by Rio’s surrounding natural beauty

Sea: Captures fluid ripples of blue ocean

Ground: Indicative of Copacabana promenade – most famous stretch of land in Rio

Triangular texture: Reflects three Olympic values – excellence, friendship and respect

Designed by relatively unknown São Paulo design studio Chelles & Hayashi

Floating segments: Influenced by motion of athletes flying through air

Transferring flame: When flame passed from one runner to another, in action
known as the kiss of the torches, upper sections automatically extend vertically

Rio de Janeiro BRAZIL

63.5cm 69cm Weight: 1-1.5kg

Torch will pass through 300 towns and cities on its 100-day journey across Brazil – first South American country to host Olympic Games
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Sources: Rio 2016, IOC, Dezeen, wire agencies

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