In ancient greek times it was to honer Zeus but modern is to carry on tradition and let athleats compete against each other
The Parthenon was a temple to Pallas Athena, not a sports stadium. The original Olympic games were held in Olympia, Greece.
Highland Games originated in Scotland, but are now held throughout the world. The sporting events held at Highland Games include the stone put, caber toss, hammer throw, weight throw and sheaf toss. Other events include pipe bands, harp circles and Scottish dancing.
The 2012 convention was held in Miami. Florida.
The Festival of LIght is held in Natchitoches LA. Duringthe month of December.
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The olimpic games are held every 4 years.
every year
Every four years.
Greece ages ago !
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That it be held in France.
The first Winter Olympic games were held in 1924 in Chamonix, France.
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The word olympic comes from the Greek city of Olympus where the first games honoring Zeus were played. As far as the Olympic Games go? They were first held in Olympia, Greece...so the Olympic Games were the games in Olympia.
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