After 16 days of competition, the XXIX Games of the Olympiad comes to an end with a gala closing ceremony full of festivities, traditions and a handover to the next host, London. While the opening ceremony showcased China's history the closing ceremony looks forwards to People's Republic of China's future as a political, economic and sporting giant. Closing Ceremony - Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics
8/24/2008 12:00:00 AM