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When and where the first ancient Olympics games held?
The ancient Olympic games were held in Olympia, Greece.
Did Zeus start the Olympic Games?
No, but the ancient Olympic Games were held the sanctuary of Zeus.
In ancient Greece how often were the olympic games played?
The Ancient Olympic Games were held every four years, a tradition that continues in the modern era.
Was the Olympic games were a contribution of the ancient Greeks?
Yes, they were. The first Olympic Games were held by the Greeks in Olymia in 776BC.
Who were the first Olympic games held in honor of?
The olympic games were held in honour of Zeus, king of the Greek gods. He and the other gods lived on Mount Olympus
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