Olympic Games — History and Symbols
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- Olympic Games — History and Symbols
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Overview
The modern Olympic Games were inaugurated in 1896 by Pierre de Coubertin in Athens, Greece.
Key Facts
- Olympic Rings: Five interlocking rings (blue, yellow, black, green, and red) representing the five continents.
- Olympic Motto: Citius, Altius, Fortius – Communis (Faster, Higher, Stronger – Together).
- IOC Headquarters: Lausanne, Switzerland.
- Cycle: Held every 4 years, with Summer and Winter games alternating every 2 years.
- Olympic Flame: Lit in Olympia, Greece, and transported to the host city via a relay.
- Sport
- Olympics
- Year
- 1896
- Winner/Champion
- N/A
- Host Country/City
- Greece (Athens)