An unprecedented four-site, two-cauldron opening ceremony for the Milan Cortina Olympics premiered on Friday, Feb. 6

The events featured tributes to Italian greats Leonardo da Vinci, Dante, Puccini, Armani and Fellini in addition to pasta, wine, and other Italian treasures.

Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin attended the opening ceremony of the XXV Olympic Winter Games and other events in Milan.