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​Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games unveil stunning surrealist posters – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The official posters for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games were revealed on Monday in a nod to Surrealism and a celebration of intricate details, showcasing the historic monuments and sports facilities that will host these prestigious events.Designed by Parisian artist Ugo Gattoni, the individual posters for the Olympic and Paralympic Games seamlessly come together to create a captivating double poster.Gattoni's work delves into the rich history of Paris, prominently featuring iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Grand Palais.The artistic masterpieces also highlight the various sports venues integral to the Games, including the Stade de France, the picturesque River Seine, the elegant Pont Alexandre III, and even a nod to the Teahupoo...
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Story behind medals of Paris Olympics and Paralympics: How athletes get to take home a piece of Eiffel Tower

When one thinks of Paris, one thinks of the Eiffel Tower. In 2024, one thinks of the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games too. And athletes from around the world who will finish on the podium at Paris 2024 will get to take home a piece of the Eiffel Tower. On Thursday, the organisers announced that the medals to be handed out at the Summer Games will be set with hexagon-shaped tokens forged out of scrap metal from the iconic monument. The idea was to link the Games with the symbols of France, said Thierry Reboul, creative director of Paris 2024. “The absolute symbol of Paris and France is the Eiffel Tower,” Reboul told reporters. “It’s the opportunity for the athletes to bring back a piece of Paris with them.” The Olympic medals usually follow a theme. Last time around, the medals were mo...
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Paris Olympics medals to contain ‘piece of Eiffel Tower’ | More sports News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The medals presented at the upcoming Paris Olympics and Paralympics will showcase a distinctive design, revealed by organisers on Thursday.Each of the 5,084 gold, silver, and bronze medals for the Paris Games will incorporate a hexagon-shaped piece of iron extracted from the original Eiffel Tower, positioned at their core. The six-edged metal medallion will be set akin to a precious gemstone, complemented by a design crafted by the esteemed French jewelry house, Chaumet."We wanted to offer to all medal-winners at the Paris Olympics and Paralympics a piece of the Eiffel Tower from 1889," said the head of the local organising committee, Tony Estanguet.The medals were "a combination of the most precious metals from the medals -- gold, silver and bronze -- with the most precious ...