Green Beijing to welcome world friends

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A view of the National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest, with colourful lights is seen at the Olympic Green in Beijing July 29, 2008. The Olympic opening and closing ceremonies, athletics and football final will be staged at the National Stadium during the Beijing Olympic Games.

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Flags are seen at the Huiyuan Apartment Media Village in Beijing, July 29, 2008.

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A view of the National Stadium, or the Bird's Nest with water lilies around is seen in this picture taken on July 29, 2008. The venue, with lawns, flowers and water around, embodies well the concept of "Green Olympics".

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A fountain is seen in front of the National Stadium or the Bird's Nest July 29, 2008. The venue, with lawns, flowers and water around, embodies well the concept of "Green Olympics".