It is centred on the 'Wasatch Front', population 1.5 million, in an area stretching north to Ogden, Utah and south to Provo, Utah. It is the largest area to host the Olympic Winter Games. Salt Lake City is in the Mountain Standard Time Zone, plus seven GMT Standard Time. A comprehensive ticket programme will be announced and executed in the year 2000. The emblem was introduced on 29 August 1997.
Contrast is symbolic of Utah's landscape - from arid desert to the snow capped mountains.
Culture represents the blend of cultures that make up the region's heritage. Courage is the spirit of the athletes - the true essence of the Games. Olympic Village 3,500 athletes, coaches and trainers will be housed at the Olympic Village on the University of Utah campus, which is adjacent to the Olympic Stadium. The Olympic Village is 10 to 60 minutes car travel from all venues. Events Competition is tentatively scheduled for seven sports in 78 medal events.