The lighting of the Olympic cauldron symbolised the start of Beijing 2022 and brought a mesmerising Opening Ceremony to a climactic end. Athletes from 91 NOCs marched into the Beijing National Stadium for the Parade of Nations at the Opening Ceremony stirring a strong sense of déjà vu.
The Beijing National Stadium, or Bird's Nest as it is affectionately known, became the first venue to host Opening Ceremonies of both the Olympic Winter and Summer Games.
