Greek Olympics In ancient Greece there was one event every four year that was the biggest social and athletic event ever. These huge games were called the Olympic Games. The Olympic Games were so important to the Greeks and the countries and city-states around it that if they were to be allowed to enter they had to stop their wars when it was time for the games. Sparta however did not follow this rule in the Peloponison War against Athens. So Sparta was penalized for it. The sacred way to Olympia started in Elis A city-state 34 miles away. The sacred road....

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