Brazil showed its passion for the Olympics as the
torch relay travelled across the north ahead of Dia Dos Namorados, the
Brazilian equivalent of Valentine ’s Day. Thousands filled the streets of
Massape in the state of Piaui as early as 7:00 AM on 9th June to
give the Olympic flame a heartfelt welcome, even building their own medals
podium. “I like to think of Brazil not just as country of football and carnival”,
said Fernando Nunes 31 who was the first torch bearer of the day. “To be able
to spread the Olympic spirit among Brazilians is a fantastic thing. 
The city of
Granja also threw a big party complete with performers dressed as Greek
goddesses and Olympic mascots Tom and Vinicius Marcio Araujo, beach volley ball silver
medalist who took part in two editions of the games, was among those to carry
the torch and said “It is very different to be here in the middle of the public
receives so much happiness. It took me back to the games once again I saw
myself winning another medal”. The Olympic flame continued across Piaui on 10
June, making Its way to the state Capital Teresia, carried by167 touch
barriers.
The stunning natural backdrop of brazil’s varied
landscape include the seven towns Nation Park, Which features seven rocky peaks
while replicas of the Olympic torch were standing at the park’s visitors
center. Maria de Sousa a guide at the park said, “I love the park. I work here
and I help preserve this place which is so important to the environment”. TO
promote such a beautiful place is very important. The day was topped off with a
lively celebration in Teresina with square dancers lining the rout while in front
of the Sao Benedito Church, the parade de Cinema collective presented an
Olympic picture show. 
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