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How many oxen were sacrificed to Zeus on the opening day of the ancient Olympic Games?
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Why does Greece always get be in procession of athletes at opening ceremony of the Olympics games?
The ancient Olympic Games originated from Greece; also the first edition of the modern Olympic Games was held in Athens - 1896.
What tradition starts the Olympic games?
The opening ceremony is a tradition starting the Olympic Games :)
Did Zeus start the Olympic Games?
No, but the ancient Olympic Games were held the sanctuary of Zeus.
What ancient Olympic game includes boxing and wrestling?
The Olympic Games.
What building were used in the ancient olympic games?
Stadiums and H ippodromes were errected for the Olympic Games
Why is Greece the first to enter in the Olympic games opening ceremony?
Because Greece is where the ancient Olympics were held,
Why does Greece always get be in procession of athletes at opening ceremony of the Olympics games?
The ancient Olympic Games originated from Greece; also the first edition of the modern Olympic Games was held in Athens - 1896.
What women was aloud in the real ancient Olympics the ancient olympic games?
No, there was only olympic games for men in ancient olympic history
Did the olympic games start in ancient Egypt?
No, the olympic games started in Ancient Greece
Why wasn't the Olympic games in the ancient Olympics?
it was in ancient olympic
Why does the Olympics have the torch?
The Olympic torch is a remnant of the flame from the previous Olympic games. The relay itself is to unify countries and spread the Olympic spirit.
Who were the ancient Olympic games dedicated to?
The Ancient Olympic Games were dedicated to Zeus, the God of Gods.
Where is the olympic flame always lit in memory of the olympic games origins?
Greece. The source of the "mother" flame and the Olympics.
What is the ancient olympic event?
The Olympic Games.
What tradition starts the Olympic games?
The opening ceremony is a tradition starting the Olympic Games :)
What are the traditions for the Olympic games?
Olympic Games ceremonies of the Ancient Olympic Games were an integral part of these Games; the modern Olympic games have opening, closing and medal ceremonies. Some of the elements of the modern ceremonies harken back to the Ancient Games from which the Modern Olympics draw their ancestry. An example of this is the prominence of Greece in both the opening and closing ceremonies. During the 2004 Games, the medal winners received a crown of olive branches, which was a direct reference to the Ancient Games, in which the victor's prize was an olive wreath. The various elements of the ceremonies are mandated by the Olympic Charter and cannot be changed by the host nation. Even the artistic portion of the opening and closing ceremonies must meet the approval of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).The ceremonies have evolved over the centuries. Ancient Games incorporated ceremonies to mark the beginning and ending of each successive game. There are both similarities and differences between the ancient Olympic ceremonies and their modern counterparts. While the presentation of the Games has evolved with improvements in technology and the desire of the host nations to showcase their own artistic expression, the basic events of each ceremony have remained unchanged. The presentation of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies continue to increase in scope, scale and expense with each successive celebration of the Games, but they are still steeped in tradition.
Were women permitted to attend ancient olympic games?
women were not permitted to attend the ancient olympic games
