Paris Olympics 2024: What Happens To Olympic Villages Once Games Are Over?
10 Aug 2024 17:14 PM IST
The concept of the Olympic Village began in 1924, during the Paris Summer Olympics. Wooden huts were constructed near the Stade de Colombes to accommodate athletes, offering shared amenities like dining halls and a post office. Although these structures were temporary, the idea of a dedicated living space for athletes became a permanent fixture at future games.