16th Asian Games Spectacular Opening Ceremony 第16届亚运广州开幕典礼

China's Asian Games opens with dazzling waterfront spectacular

Fireworks, dancing and pageantry were all in evidence on the night of November 12, 2010 as Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao officially opened the Asian Games in Guangzhou.

The colourful celebrations are taking place along the Pearl River in tribute to the southern Chinese region's seafaring heritage.

The event featured more than 6,000 performers in a ship-like stadium with a stage covered in water, that was specially built for the opening night on the tiny Haixinsha island, just off the mainland.

In keeping with the nautical theme, athletes arrived at the venue after a cruise down the river in 45 boats decorated with LED lights. (Courtesy of forwarded mail from Alan Leo)
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[廣州亞運開幕式精彩片段]第16届亚运会开幕式上的烟火表演CCTV

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