Olympic Games

The Olympic Games, or Olympics, is an international multi-sport event taking place every two years and alternating between Summer and Winter Games. Originally held in ancient Greece, they were revived by a French nobleman, Pierre Frèdy, Baron de Coubertin in the late 19th century. The Games of the Olympiad, better known as the Summer Olympics, have been held every fourth year since 1896, with the exception of the years during the World Wars.

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• Bids for Olympic Games
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• Ancient Olympic Games
• International Society of Olympic Historians
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• Paralympic Games
• Art competitions at the Olympic Games
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• Olympic mascot
• Olympic Stadium
• Hong Kong Olympic House
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