Parisian Skyline Reignited: The Return of the Paris Cauldron
The Paris Cauldron, an iconic helium-powered balloon first seen at the Paris Olympics, returns to illuminate the French capital's skyline. Temporarily altered without its Olympic branding, the structure will rise each summer evening for three years, drawing large crowds and preserving the spirit of the Games.
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Paris' skyline once again hosts the Paris Cauldron, a helium-powered balloon that first wowed audiences during the 2024 Olympics. Now devoid of its Olympic branding due to the IOC's reuse policies, the 30-meter floating ring is a beacon of luminescence each evening, a striking addition to the city's charm.
This engineered marvel, conceptualized by French designer Mathieu Lehanneur and powered by EDF, simulates the appearance of a flame with an intricate combination of LED lights, mist jets, and high-pressure fans. Despite previous temporary intentions, the balloon is now fortified to withstand seasonal weather and is set to ascend over the Tuileries Garden throughout the summer evenings until 2026.
The spectacle is projected to attract around 30,000 visitors for its inaugural post-Olympic unveil coinciding with the Fete de la Musique. The cauldron uniquely combines science and art, emphasizing President Macron's commitment to maintaining the Olympic spirit in Paris, especially as the city anticipates hosting the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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