Question

Where and why were the Olympic games held?

Answer 1

The Olympic Games, like almost all Greek games, were an intrinsic part of a religious festival. They were held in honour of Zeus at Olympia by the city-state of Elis in the northwestern Peloponnese. The first Olympic champion listed in the records was Coroebus of Elis, a cook, who won the sprint race in 776 bce.

Answer 2

Understanding the concept :

• Olympic games held in Greece, Athens

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