Athens - 2004 Olympic Games

The 2004 Olympic Games were held in Athens, from August 13-29th, 2004. The Paralympic Games were held September 17-28th, 2004.

In preparation for the games and to improve the image of the city, Athens set out to transform itself through what planners called "The Olympic Look of Athens". Included in this is the Catch the Light program with 7 walking routes consisting of various themes which have been laid out throughout the city and at selected Olympic celebration sites.