WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Each year, the various city-states of Greece sent athletes to festivals of games, which were held to honor the gods. The most important and prestigious were the games held at Olympia to honor Zeus, the king of the gods. These Olympic games took place in the summer only once every four years.

Detailed explanation-2: -The ancient Olympic Games were primarily a part of a religious festival in honor of Zeus, the father of the Greek gods and goddesses.

Detailed explanation-3: -The ancient Olympic Games were initially a one-day event until 684 BC, when they were extended to three days. In the 5th century B.C., the Games were extended again to cover five days. The ancient Games included running, long jump, shot put, javelin, boxing, pankration and equestrian events.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Olympieia was in honor of Olympian Zeus, featuring a display and exercises by the Athenian cavalry. Major Festivals: The Thargelia was a pre-harvest festival and the principal celebration of Apollo at Athens.