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The 2012 Summer Olympics occur in London, England from July 27^th to August 12^th. Athletes from 205 nations are scheduled to compete at the 30th Olympic Games. 10,490 athletes will compete in 26 sports and 39 disciplines for a total of 302 medal events.

The 2012 Olympics will make London the first city to ever host the Olympics three times. They also hosted the Olympics in 1908 and 1948. The United States is the only country to host the summer Olympics on more occasions than Great Britain.

Interesting Fact

London is also the host for the 2012 Paralympics, which take place August 29^th through September 9^th.