The modern Olympic Games (often simply called the Olympics) are held every two years. The games are alternated between the "Summer" and "Winter" Olympics, each featuring sports typical of the respective season. The first of the modern Olympics took place in [[Athens]] in 1896. | The modern Olympic Games (often simply called the Olympics) are held every two years. The games are alternated between the "Summer" and "Winter" Olympics, each featuring sports typical of the respective season. The first of the modern Olympics took place in [[Athens]] in 1896. |