Why do cities compete so hard to host the Olympics?

Question

Why do cities compete so hard to host the Olympics?

Answer 1

money,prestige, being the next great city in the world stage, tourists, image makeover,

Answer 2

i think u should take a few seconds to think about what u just asked....

Answer 3

The correct answer is prestige.

The city gets a boost in civic pride and international exposure, so there could possibly be a long term benefit, but look at what happened to Athens - their Olympic venues have become a whole new set of ruins.  The Olympics have been money losers for Sydney and Athens, and certainly will be more expensive for Beijing than what they make from it.

Answer 4

For the honor and the revenue it will bring in.

And it also gives the host country a chance to show itself off

Answer 5

$$$

Answer 6

i bet they are lucky to break even

Answer 7

M*O*N*E*Y and world fame.

Answer 8

For the love of Money $ $ $