The Olympic Games originated in ancient Greece more than 2,000 years ago. Coubertin, the father of the modern Olympic Games, proposed to host the modern Olympic Games at the end of 19, and led the establishment of the Olympic Committee in 1894. The first Olympic Games was successfully held in 1896, and has been held every four years since then.

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As of1October 9th, 20 19, 19, the best Olympic Games:

1. The country that hosted the Olympic Games the most: the United States, which held four sessions.

2. The city that hosted the Olympic Games the most: London, which held three times.

3. The city with the highest latitude for hosting the Olympic Games: Helsinki, Finland (0952 65438+ 15 Olympic Games).

4. The city with the lowest latitude for hosting the Olympic Games: Mexico City, Mexico (0968 Olympic Games 65438+ 19).

5. The city with the highest altitude for hosting the Olympic Games: Mexico City, Mexico (1968 19 Olympic Games).

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