London 2012: Olympic flame leaves Scotland

Friday, June 15, 2012
London: The London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay has left Scotland following a seven day visit which saw over 400,000 people in Scotland people line the streets to watch inspirational Torchbearers carry the Flame. 

The Flame travelled about 846.12 miles in Scotland was carried by 715 Torchbearers.

Highlights for the Flame’s visit to Scotland include visits to the Scottish Parliament, Loch Ness, Scone Palace and the Callanish Stones. The Flame was also carried along St Andrews West Sands and in a boat across Clickimin Loch.

“I want to thank the people of Scotland for giving the Torch Relay such an excellent and warm welcome,” said Seb Coe, Chair of LOCOG.

He added, "The Relay gave local communities throughout Scotland the chance to come out and celebrate the achievements of inspirational Torchbearers and share in the excitement of the build up to the Games."
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