Take a look back at the very first Eurovision!
Here's how the iconic contest began, where it was first held and the first-ever winner as we speculate who will take the 2023 crown.The annual singing contest, which is organised by the European Broadcasting Union began in 1956.It was one of the earliest attempts to broadcast a live televised event to a considerable international market.In 1956, Switzerland won the contest with the artist Lys Assia with the song 'Refrain'.
Which country has won Eurovision the most?It is closely followed by Sweden which has won the contest 6 times.When is the Eurovision Song Contest Final?grand finale will take place on Saturday, May 13 and will be broadcast live from Liverpool BBC One.
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