The Olympic Games
No one knows exactly how far back the Olympic Games go,but some historic records say they began in 776 BC.
In ancient Greece sports played a very important part in the life of the people.The Greeks held Olympic Games on the plain by Mount Olympus.As the time passed,the Olympic Games gradually became an international event.
After a long history of about 1200 years the Olympic Games were stpped.The Games were Started again in 1896 in Athens.59 athletes from 10 countries took part in the event.In times of peace the Games take place every four years and are held in different countries in turn.The host country provides stadiums,swimming pools,food and living rooms.Usually a famous athlete from the host country passes a torch to the stadium at the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.
The well-known Olympic flag is white with five connected rings in the center with colors:blue,yellow,black,green and red.It represents the uniting of all the five continents.
The Olympic Games have a spirit of understanding,friendship and fair play between the Nations.Athletes from different countries play games together and this provides them with good Chances to learn to live together.The friendly feelings in the Olympic Village make people think of the as one big family.