CrosswordMint
Hidden Rituals of Olympic Heritage
Moderate difficulty suitable for most players
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Across
  • 1. Four-year period between Olympic Games
  • 2. Historical record of medal winners maintained by IOC
  • 3. Ancient Finnish winter sport demonstration at early Games
  • 5. Event combining five disciplines, revived as a tradition
  • 10. Secret gathering of officials before opening ceremonies
  • 12. Symbols or characters representing each Olympic Games
  • 13. Nickname for women guarding sacred flame in old rituals
  • 15. Ceremony where athletes receive commemorative badges
Down
  • 4. Color worn by officials at lesser-known competitions
  • 6. Japanese tradition of spiritual echoes symbolizing harmony
  • 7. Individual who carries the flame through relay segments
  • 8. Old spelling variant relating to first Olympic marathon runner
  • 9. Ancient chant used during original Games to honor gods
  • 11. Title given to ancient Greek Olympic victors
  • 14. Tree planted at Games venues symbolizing eternal life
  • 16. Athletes secretly replaced in competitions by better players

Similar Crossword Puzzles