Olympic games in Beijing China 2008 are around three hundred and seventy days away! Beijing being selected as the host country to Olympics would be indeed a tribute to the legacy of China, its sports and its athletes.
Welcome to the world of games and know everything that you wanted to know about Olympics. Get to know about the history of Olympics, myths regarding the Olympic games Olympic games and picture gallery of Olympics at the website. Founded by the Pelops, the Olympic games have a long history. According to the ancient history, the first Olympic Game was held in around 776 BC. The ancient game was devoted to Olympian gods and goddesses and was presented on the terrains of Olympia. Olympia lies in the western part of the Peloponnese. This place is the native place of the Pelops.
During the ancient time, Olympia was the meeting place for worship and other devotional activities. Besides, during 10th century BC, several political activities were also carried out at Olympia. The temple of Zeus and that of Hera was the center of attraction for the people. Indeed, there is a close proximity between Olympic games and religion. The main objective of the Olympic games was to showcase the physical potentiality of young people and to honor the subsequent accomplishments. Besides, it also aimed to encourage the amicable relations with Greece.
However, over the years, the Olympic games have undergone a change. One of the most significant and popular Olympic games is going to be held in Beijing, China 2008. The game will begin on 8th august and will continue till 24th August 2008. Since, athletes from all over the world participate in this game, there is lot of enthusiasm and excitement among people of different countries. Oath-taking rally was presided over by the Liu Qi, the BOCOG President. He focused on the huge preparations for the game, teamwork and spirit of oneness.
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