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2013 Universiade Flame lit in Kazan
(KZN.RU, July 7, by Renat Shirmanov) The 27th World Summer Student Games Flame was lit in Kazan. This was the culmination of a unique colorful show of the Games opening ceremony.
The ceremony, staged by the creative team of the famous composer, People's Artist and Honored Artist of Russia Igor Krutoi, was held at the new football stadium "Kazan-Arena" seating 45,000 spectators. Among those present were Russian President Vladimir Putin, First Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov, President of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov, Kazan Mayor Ilsur Metshin, FISU (International University Sports Federation) President Claude-Louis Gallien and other distinguished guests.
A live broadcast of the opening ceremony was carried in 105 countries. The ceremony was full of colorful performances telling about the rich culture of the peoples of Russia, its great history , its achievements in science and technology and the prospects of further development.
The central part of the ceremony was a parade of the athletes participating in the Universiade. The passage of the Russian team was accompanied by a standing ovation. The honor of carrying the flag of our country was entrusted to European weightlifting champion Dmitry Khomiakov.
The festivities were culminated by the lighting of the 2013 Universiade Flame.