1. Night scene of the National Stadium, also known as the "Bird's Nest", which functions as the main stadium for the 2008 summer Olympics. It will host the opening and closing ceremonies, track and field events and football finals. Photo by Xing Guangli
2. Night view of the National Aquatics Center, which is another highlight of Beijing Olympics venues and will host the swimming, diving, synchronized swimming and water polo competition during the Games. After the Games, the center will become a water recreation center for the public. Photo by Yang Lei
3. Laoshan Gymnasium, located in the western part of Beijing, will be the venue for the 2008 Beijing Olympics' cycling competition. Xinhua Photo
7. Students, some of whom will serve as receptionists for the 2008 Olympic Games, have their dancing class at Beijing Chuanping Professional Training School. Photo by Luo Xiaoguang