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Olympia, in 776 BCE.

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Where were the olympic games held for the Greeks?

In Olympia (hence the name).


Why were the ancient Olympic games held at Athens?

They weren't. They were held at Olympia, hence the name.


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Why were the Olympic games given there name?

As far as I know it is because they were started by the ancient Greeks and they were held on Mount Olympia.


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