1988 Summer Olympics torch relay
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The 1988 Summer Olympics torch relay was run from August 23 until September 17, prior to the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul. The route covered around 4,526 kilometres (2,812 mi) and involved over 1,856 torchbearers. Sohn Kee-chung, Chung Sun-man and Kim Won-tak lit the cauldron at the opening ceremony.[1]
Quick Facts Host city, Countries visited ...
Host city | Seoul, South Korea |
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Countries visited | Greece, Thailand, South Korea |
Distance | 4,526 kilometres (2,812 mi) |
Torch bearers | 1,856 |
Start date | August 23, 1988 |
End date | September 17, 1988 |
Torch designer | Lee Woo-Sung |
No. of torches | 3,300 |
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