The country that is home to the first Olympic Games is Greece. The original Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece, in 776 BC, and they were dedicated to the god Zeus. These ancient games were primarily athletic competitions, which included events such as running, wrestling, and chariot racing. The Olympics were held every four years and were a significant cultural event in ancient Greek society. They were eventually revived in the modern era in 1896, leading to the establishment of the contemporary Olympic Games, which now take place every four years in various cities around the world.