Parades of athletes were also held in cities such as Cortina d'Ampezzo, Predazzo, and Livigno. The main theme of the event was called Armonia, which translates to "Harmony".
The Olympic flame was lit in Milan, in the Peace Park, as well as in Cortina d'Ampezzo at the Dibon Square.
The Winter Olympic Games in Italy started on February 6. Kyrgyzstan is represented at this tournament by two nineteen-year-old athletes: Timur Shakirov and Artur Saparbekov.
Artur Saparbekov will compete in cross-country skiing, with his classic sprint event scheduled for February 10, and the freestyle sprint on February 13. Timur Shakirov will participate in alpine skiing, with his giant slalom taking place on February 14, and the slalom on February 16.
The Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo will conclude on February 22.
