‘Olympics’ or ‘The Games of the Olympiad’ is without a doubt the greatest international multi-sport event. Since the beginning of the games in 1896 in Athens, it has been held once every four years. The Olympics have grown ever since and in 2021 it had 299 events and about 11,420 competitors participating from 206 nations around the world. Even though the games are quadrennial, every year Olympic Day is celebrated to honour the spirit of the game. Olympic Day is celebrated on 23rd June every year to commemorate the founding of the International Olympics Committee on 23rd June 1894. For Olympic Day 2023, 23rd June on Friday, the theme is ‘Let’s Move’. It is a call to people around the globe to get involved in more physical activity and keep moving.
The beauty of this event lies in the fact that every year it is held in a different city. Over the years, the Summer Olympic Games have been held in 19 different cities across 5 continents.
This Olympic Day 2023, learn about some of the top Olympic host cities from across the world where the games were once held.
1. Athens
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For Olympic Day 2023, let’s start with a city where it all actually began. Athens was the first city in 1896 to host the International Olympic Games in modern history. For the 2nd time, the games were brought back to Athens in 2004.
Athens is a hotspot of Greek culture and history. The temples and theatres, like the Acropolis of Athens, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus, etc. are marvellous sights. So why don’t you take a trip down to where it all began? A Greece Schengen Visa and Greece Tour Packages are all you need.
2. London
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For Olympic Day 2023, we need to throw some light on one of the top Olympic locations. As of 2023, London is the first city to host the Summer Olympics Games 3 times. The first was held in 1908, then in 1948 and the latest in 2012. The games have been held at the White City Stadium, Wembley Stadium and the London Stadium respectively.
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London, UK’s capital, is definitely one of the best cities in the world. There is so much for tourists to explore in London. You can visit the British Museum, London Eye, Big Ben, Borough Market, etc. All you have to do is get your hands on a UK Visa and explore London with our UK Tour Packages. The care of your cheap flight ticket bookings to London beforehand.
3. Paris
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Skip Paris for Olympic Day 2023 as you will be adding it to your 2024 travel wishlist. Paris is hosting the Summer Olympics 2024. After 1900 and 1924, this will be their 3rd time.
Paris, France’s capital is the ultimate European dream. A global centre for art, fashion, food, culture and what not. You also cannot miss marvels like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre Dame, Montmartre and so much more. Getting the France Schengen Visa will also grant you access to 26 other countries. Explore the Love City with our all-inclusive France Tour Packages. Plan ahead by doing your hotel bookings online as even the tourists can get competitive here.
4. Los Angeles
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Another one of the cities to host the Olympics twice, Los Angele, is one of the top Olympic locations to add to your travel wishlist. Los Angeles held the games in 1932 and 1984. The games were held at the LA Memorial Coliseum, which you can have a tour of with a US Visa and our USA Tour Packages. LA is also set to host the 2028 Summer Olympics Games. This will make it the third city to be hosting the games thrice.
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5. Tokyo
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The Tokyo Olympics, which was initially scheduled for 2020 had a delay due to Covid. It was finally held in 2021, but ‘behind closed doors’. Japan had also initially held the 1964 Olympics.
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If you are looking for a vibrant and into-the-future type of vacation then Tokyo is your stop. All you need is a Japan Tourist Visa and our Japan Tour Packages to allure into Tokyo’s futuristic brilliance.
6. Barcelona
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Barcelona city of Spain hosted the 1992 Summer Olympics Games. The city is also known for its excellent contribution to football. So if you are a sports fan you cannot miss a trip to Barcelona. Also once you get your Spain Schengen Visa, you can go exploring 26 other countries. Other than Barcelona also see cities like Madrid, Seville, Valencia, Ibiza, Murcia etc with our Spain Tour Packages.
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7. Rio De Janeiro
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For Olympic Day 2023, we cannot forget the first South American city to hold the games- Rio De Janeiro. The 2016 Summer Olympics were held across 33 locations in and around Rio De Janeiro. Brazil managed to pull off an all-time high score and finished 13th on the scoreboard.
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Brazil is known for a lot of things and one among them is being a fun and engaging tourist destination. When in Brazil you have to learn how to do the Samba, join the annual Rio Carnival, visit Christ the Redeemer or get clicked at the Selaron Steps. You can explore all of Brazil with a Brazil Tourist Visa. Our Brazil Tour Packages also take you around delightful cities like Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Belo Horizonte, Salvador, Brasília, Manaus, etc.
8. Beijing
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The 2008 Beijing Olympics was an impressive display of modern centres built for the games. China took away the top spot, USA and Russia followed behind.
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The host city, Beijing, is quite a popular tourist destination for its historical sights and modern architecture. You cannot miss the several UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the city. They are the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Ming Tombs, Zhoukoudian, Great Wall of China and the Grand Canal. A China Tourist Visa and our China Tour Packages are all you need to transcend into the magical land of China.
These are the 8 prominent Olympic cities you must add to your travel wishlist. Other than these you can also check out Berlin, Sydney, Belgium, Amsterdam, Montreal and Seoul. How about you celebrate Olympic Day 2023, by planning your trip to one of these several beautiful cities?
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