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The Games were a celebration to the god Zeus, held at his temple at Olympia by the city-state of Elis every four years.
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Why is Greece first in the Olympics?
Greece is first in the Olympics because Greece is where the Olympics started in ancient times.
Do they ever have the Olympics at Greece?
Yeah! the Olympics started in Greece! Athens,Greece.
In what year did the Olympics return to Greece?
The first modern Olympics was held in Greece in 1896. The next time the Olympics were in Greece was 2004.
Is Greece in the Olympics?
Yes, Greece is participating in the 2012 London Olympics.
Where was the first Olympics first held?
Both the first ancient Olympics and the first modern Olympics were held in Greece.
Where did the Olympics originate?
Ancient Greece, 776 BC. The first 'modern' Olympics were held in Athens Greece in 1896.
What are the main events in the Olympics in Greece?
The ancient Greek Olympics was a three day event. The games included, running, long jump, boxing, and javelin throwing.
What happened in greece at the time of the Olympics?
They did the Olympics.
What is Greece know for?
Greece was known for the Olympics
Why were the Olympics first held in Greece?
Because the people in Greece were the first to think up the idea of the Olympics.
What Country is homeland to the Olympics?
Greece is the home of the Olympics
Where was the winter Olympics in 1932 held?
Greece
