For many Chinese people a more then hundred year old dream came true when the Olympic Games after 7 long years of

preparation began in Beijing on August 8th 2008.

In order to host the Games many new buildings were build and streets renovated.

Thousand of people together made it possible for this event to take place.

Here is just a small selection of the major locations:

The Bird's Nest This was the most important location and the very symbol for the Olympic Games 2008. Both the Opening and the Closing Ceremony took place here along of course many Games. More here

Looking back to the events Beijing has changed a lot. Not only has the city itself changed its face, air pollution has been

reduced but most importantly people have changed, too. This was a very good opportunity for the world to get to know

China and for China to learn from the world.

If you have the chance to travel to China you should really seize it and experience it yourself.