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In which city were the first modern Olympic Games held in 1896?
Answer
Athens
The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece in April 1896, organized by the International Olympic Committee founded by Pierre de Coubertin. Fourteen nations and approximately 241 athletes competed.
💡 Did you know?
The 1896 Athens Olympics included a marathon route that traced the legendary path run by the ancient Greek messenger Pheidippides from the battlefield of Marathon to Athens.
Other options people guess
- Paris
- London
- Stockholm
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- olympics
- history
- 1896
- athletics
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