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the Olympians are disabled-
i think its great that they have their own Olympics!
CLARIFICATION
The impairments in each of these athletic competitions is very different.
Paralympics - for athletes with mobility or vision impairment.
Special Olympics - for athletes with intellectual impairment.
it is for disabled people so they don't miss out the fun of Olympics
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What are the names of the 2012 summer games mascots called?
The organisers of the 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games have unveiled the official Olympic and Paralympic Mascots, Wenlock and Mandeville.
Which British city will be hosting the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2012?
London
Who are organizing summer Olympics 2012?
London organizing committee of Olympic games and paralympic games is organizing it.
What kind of games are there in the paralympic games?
olympic games
When was the first Paralympics World Cup?
Paralympic GamesThe Summer Games of 1988 held in Seoul was the first time the term "Paralympic" came into official use.The Paralympic Games are a major international multi-sport event where athletes with physical disabilities compete; this includes athletes with mobility disabilities, amputations, blindness, and cerebral palsy.There are winter and summer paralympic games, which are held immediately following their respective olympic games. All Paralympic Games are governed by the International Paralympic Committee(IPC).
Is there a different Olympic competition that people with prosthetic legs can compete in?
Yes, if you have a prosthetic limb, you are eligible to participate in the Paralympic Games, which run after the Olympic Games.
Which city was recently chosen to host the summer 2016 Olympic games?
London, United Kingdom, will host the 2012 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games. London, England
Where will 2012 Olympic hold?
The 2012 summer Olympics will b held in London, England.
How many sports in London 2012?
26 olympic sports and 20 paralympic sports will feature at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic games.
When did the London Olympic games and Paralympic Act 2006 receive Royal Assent?
The London Olympic Games and Paralympic Games Act 2006 received Royal Assent on 30th March 2006
Where and when are the next olympic and paralympic games taking place?
rio
What event is held in the same city after the Olympic games have ended?
The Paralympic Games.
