Learning Facts about the Olympics from Your Gainesville, FL, Apartment

The Olympics are the leading international sporting event with more than 200 nations participating. There are two types of Olympics: Summer and Winter. The Summer Games feature events such as swimming, diving, gymnastics, rowing, and athletics, while the Winter Games feature events including downhill skiing, bobsleigh, speed skating, figure skating, and ice hockey.

Here are some interesting facts about the Olympics:

• The first Winter Olympic Games were held in Chamonix, France in 1924, while the first Summer Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece in 1896.
• The five Olympic rings represent the five main regions of the world (Africa, North and South America, Asia, Europe, and Oceana).
• Up until 1994, the Olympics were held every four years. Now, the Winter and Summer Games alternate every two years.
• Norway leads in most total medals won (over 300) and most gold medals won (over 100) at the Winter Olympic Games.
• The last Olympic gold medals that were made entirely out of gold were awarded in 1912.

Your Gainesville, Florida, apartment is a perfect place to watch the Olympics, as it is a spacious, comfortable place to sit back, relax, and cheer on your favorite competitors.

At Bellamay Grand, we offer apartments in three beautiful color schemes – beige, taupe, and grey – that are reflected throughout the apartment, from the walls and trim to the ceramic tile floors and backsplash. In addition, we have wonderful amenities, such as a community pool and clubhouse, theater room, and business center. To learn more, contact us today or stop by our leasing office for a tour.