Bird's Nest Stadium!

The Bird's Nest National Stadium, with a capacity of

80,000, is the Games' iconic centerpiece.

There's no better place than up in the sky to take in a panoramic view of Beijing's grand Olympic architecture.
The Bird's Nest National Stadium, with a capacity of 80,000, is the Games' iconic centerpiece. It will hold the opening and closing ceremonies as well as athletics events. Completed at the beginning

of this year, the 6000-seat Water Cube National Aquatics Center

will host swimming, diving and synchronized swimming. The Beijing tourism authority's release of aerial footage of Olympic venues is not only a move to attract more tourists, but also to prove the city is ready for the Summer Games. Construction is completed at the 16 new, eight temporary and 13 pre-existing venues that will host sporting events during the three week Olympic Games.Beijing itself has 31 venues,

with a few events being held in six co-host cities across China.