Where did the olympic games originate?

Answer 1

The modern Olympic Games was initiated by Pierre de Coubertin, who was from France. In 1894, he set up the IOC or International Olympic Committee in Paris. The first summer Olympic games was held in 1896 while the winter Olympic games was held in 1924.

Answer 2

the Olympics started thousands of years ago in anciet Greece where hurcules started them to please the gods with entertainment(my ancient greek is a little rusty)

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Answer 3

the Olympic games originated from one of the celebrations of the 10 favours of Hercules this festival included the games of veresing each other in a fight,running and Chariot Racing

Answer 4

In about 1877
The first modern Olympic games were held on April 6th, 1896 in Athens, Greece.

Answer 5

Olympia, in ancient Greece