The Olympic Games are world sports competitions that take place every 4 years. The first Summer Games were held in 1896 and the first Winter Games in 1924.

For a long time, the summer and winter games were held the same year. But since 1992, they alternate every 2 years.

But why are the Winter Olympic Games so popular?

Because so many countries take part. In Sochi, 2014, there were 88.

The Winter Olympics are followed by billions of viewers worldwide!

It’s also an important event for the organising country that attracts a lot of tourists.

Since they began, the Winter games have been held in 13 different countries. Several times for some countries like the US, France and Italy.

In 2018, the 23rd Winter games are being held in South Korea, in a mountainous region ideal for winter sports.