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Naked runners, deadly competitions and banquets to honor the gods: The original Olympics were far different from the modern Games

The Olympics, as they exist today, are but a shadow of their former glory. Though there are more activities and participants in the modern games, they do little to entice and arouse the Greek concept of glory and pride that once made them renowned throughout the ancient world.

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Ancient Greek Wrestling March

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Here's all the background info and practical advice for you need to plan your visit to the Ancient Olympic Stadium in Greece

Discover the fascinating world of the oldest games of antiquity, from the Olympic Games to ancient football, and their lasting impact on modern sports. Dive in now!

Olympics: From Celebration of the Human Spirit to Circus of Consumerism

The sculpture of ancient Greece from 800 to 300 BCE took early inspiration from Egyptian and Near Eastern monumental art, and over centuries evolved into a uniquely Greek vision of the art form. Greek artists would reach a peak of artistic excellence which captured the human form in a way never before seen and which was much copied.

This early game is a relay race. Running was one of the most popular games because it was one of the easiest. This is a team event where you have to toss a baton to one of your teammate while they run and then they had it off to the next person, as demonstrated in this photo.