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General information about the opening  The opening ceremony starts at 8 pm today at the Bird's Nest - the National Stadium in the Olympic Central District in northern Beijing.

Traffic restrictions in force  A number of transport restrictions will be in force today in some parts of Beijing ahead of the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.

Guide to Olympic venues in Beijing  Your Olympic ticket includes free transport on the day of your event on Olympic dedicated bus routes, the subway, city rail and public buses. 

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Do's and Don'ts: House rules for spectators

Sites of fireworks display  A sequence of fireworks will begin at Yongdingmen South at 8:30 pm tonight and travel north along Beijing's meridian.

Beijing map  Olympic Venue Distribution

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Event schedule

Venue Photo

Living in Beijing  If you lose things, report the loss to the entry and exit administrative department of the local police station at the place where you lost your property. When you are in danger, shout for help. If you get ill, contact the information desk of your hotel and ask for help immediately.