The opening ceremony of the 25th Winter Universiade 2011 was considered as a fascinating event in the general view, at the level of the openings of the biggest sporting spectacles, the Olympics and world championships. The main theme of the performance was Anatolian Civilization and the outstanding personalities and features of the Anatolian Culture. The show was a multimedia spectacle, with lightshows, fireworks, dance and musical acts. At the opening ceremony the highest representatives of the Turkish state were present and more than 3000 athletes, officials and team members of 57 participating countries. 25.000 spectators attended the opening ceremony, costing 5 million Euros. The Slovenian athletes took part in the parade of teams. It is interesting that Slovenian athletes have also carried, beside the Slovenian national flag, the flag of the Winter Universiade in Maribor 2013.
Video of the opening ceremony is available here.
