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Greetings to my dear wanderers,  Since the Olympic Games are approaching, I wanted to share information about the host cities that have hosted the Olympics. The Summer Olympics, a global celebration of athletic excellence, have a rich history that spans over a century. Each edition of the Games is uniquely shaped by its host city, which brings its own cultural and historical flavor to the event. Let's take a journey through the host cities of the Summer Olympics and explore the distinctive characteristics of each. 1896 – Athens, Greece The inaugural modern Olympics took place in Athens, honoring the ancient origins of the Games. The city, rich in classical history and monumental architecture like the Parthenon, provided a symbolic link between the ancient and modern athletic traditions. 1900 – Paris, France Held during the 1900 World's Fair, the Paris Olympics showcased French elegance and innovation. Iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre created a picturesque b...

  Greetings my dearest wanderers,  Since the Olympics is around the corner, lets get to know more about who was the brainchild behind this magnificent Olympic Games.  Charles Pierre de Frédy, Baron de Coubertin (born Pierre de Frédy; 1 January 1863 – 2 September 1937), known as Pierre de Coubertin and Baron de Coubertin, was a prominent French educator and historian. He co-founded the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and served as its second president, earning recognition as the father of the modern Olympic Games. Coubertin was instrumental in advocating for the incorporation of sports into French educational institutions. Born into a French aristocratic family, Coubertin pursued a diverse academic career, focusing primarily on education and history. He graduated from the Paris Institute of Political Studies (Sciences Po) with a degree in law and public affairs. It was during his time at Sciences Po that he conceived the idea of reviving the Olympic Games. The Pierre...