History+of+Olympics

The Olympics have existed for over 1200 years. The summer and winter olympics are each every four years. They are off set by two years. The olympics were believed to be created by Hercules a Greek god. The first olympic event was a run of about 210 yards. The winner was Coroebus one of many naked runners. The olympics have taken place ever sense then. Different countries from all over the world have hosted the games. In 2012 it will be London’s Turn.