Ancient Olympia where the first Olympic Games took place in 776.
Ancient Greece
Greek women are carrying olive wreaths to the winners.
Athens, Greece. Modern Olympic Games started in 1896.
Baron Pierre de Coubertin ( )
The first Winter Olympic Games started in 1924 in Paris, France.
Citius, Altius, Fortius
Sydney, Australia, Summer Olympic Games
The Olympic flame symbolizes the light of spirit, knowledge and life, and it is a messenger of peace. The flame burns throughout the games.
Beijing, China, the capital of Summer Olympic Games of 2008.
Vancouver, Canada is the capital of Winter Olympic Games of 2010.