There are only 100 days remaining until the start of the Olympic Games in Paris in 2024, and the architectural miracles of the French capital are already being prepared. There are only a few days to go before what will be a grand display of sport and culture in one of the world’s most popular destinations.

In the last preparations Paris is doing the final touches of the places, facilities, and everything that is needed to make the Olympics as memorable as possible.

The most attention grabbing event of the Games will be the opening ceremony by the River Seine which will not be in a stadium like in most occasions. This mega plan will see athletes take a procession on boats along a stretch of the river for 6km with fans on the shores in what will be a one of a kind start to the Olympics.

Measures that have been put in place to ensure security in this historic occasion of the Olympic has been of paramount importance considering French authorities have collaborated with Olympic authorities to ensure security of all individuals involved in the event and the public.

Construction and renovation of venues are almost complete with Olympic Village under construction in the Seine-Saint-Denis area. This green field development will accommodate more than 14 000 athletes and officials during the Games before being transformed into social housing for the people in the area. Other significant facilities like the aquatics center and the temporary venue for the beach volleyball beside the Eiffel Tower also stand a very high chance of being delivered on time.

Sustainability has been at the heart of these Olympics with the organizers targeting to deliver the first climate-positive Games. Measures include power supply of all venues with 100% renewable energy, reducing the production of waste by implementing sustainable recycling schemes, and encouraging the usage of public transports and bicycles for the spectators and employees. The carbon footprint of the Games will apparently be less than the previous Games, and a yardstick for future Olympic host nations.

Sportsmen all over the world are preparing for the most important part of the Olympics. As with most qualification events, teams are being set and training schedules made rigorous. It is especially so for home athletes, France is pinning its hopes on judoka Teddy Riner and swimmer Léon Marchand among others to deliver on Olympic dream on home soil.

The cultural Olympiad for the Games is also developing in the form of a large arts and theatrical show that will also encompass French and international artists. From a concert at Eiffel tower in Paris to graffiti art on the walls of Olympic venues, the cultural Olympiad plans to involve people and create a spirit of festivity other than the sporting spirit.

Ticketing has also done well with customers’ preference for large events such as athletics, swimming, gymnastics among others. The tickets have been fairly and reasonably priced with some tickets having been set at an affordable rate in order to make the Games accessible for everyone. With the latest developments, the official Paris 2024 application has been released to enhance the spectators’ experience with updates on events, venues, and other interactive options in real-time.

As the interest grows, there are issues to be faced. The current economic crisis around the world and the existing tensions in geopolitical arena raised some concerns over the Games and their organizers tried to prevent them. Transportation is another important issue as the traffic in Paris is already heavy and with the increase of population it will only become worse. These pressures are to be eased by significant improvements in public transport facilities, the construction of new Metro lines and the extension of the bus services.

The Paralympic Games that are held immediately after the Olympics are also receiving the same emphasis in the preparations. Many changes will be made to increase accessibility across the city of Paris; these enhancements will help residents and visitors with disabilities long after the Games.
As the Paris Olympics is 100 days away, one can confidently say that Paris 2024 will be different and unforgettable.

The combination of legendary Parisian backgrounds, avant-garde environmentally friendly solutions, and the expectation of spectacular physical feats have stirred the interest. Days are passing by and people all over the globe are eagerly waiting for the greatest spectacle on the planet to take place in the city of lights.