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Friday, August 22, 2008

Beijing Olympic Games to shine in history

Beijing Olympic Games to shine in history
Source: 08-23-2008 07:34Special Report: 2008 Beijing Olympic Games
BEIJING, Aug. 22 (Xinhua) -- In less than two days, the sacred flame of the 29th summer Olympic Games in Beijing, which has been burning atop the National Stadium in north Beijing since Aug. 8, is going to be extinguished.
The Chinese people now can proudly announce to the world: we have lived up to the trust of the international community and the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
Photo taken on Aug. 8, 2008 shows the fireworks of the opening ceremony of the Beijing Olympic Games held in the National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest, in north Beijing, China. (Xinhua/Wang Changshan)
Meanwhile, the world can also say with gratification: we have made a correct decision by selecting Beijing and China as the Olympic host.
At the Beijing Olympic Games, miracles were produced and dreams fulfilled. To date, 38 world records have been refreshed at these Games.
more info-->>CCTV International

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