Visual Spirits on Instagram: "The 2008 Beijing Olympic Games opened on August 8 with a breathtaking ceremony at the Bird’s Nest Stadium. Directed by Zhang Yimou, it featured over 2,000 drummers performing in perfect unison on glowing fou drums, creating a powerful blend of rhythm, light, and precision. The event seamlessly merged ancient Chinese culture with cutting-edge technology, setting a historic tone for the Olympic Games."

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Purely History on Instagram: "The 2008 Beijing Olympic opening ceremony is still remembered as one of the greatest in history. Directed by Zhang Yimou, it combined breathtaking precision, art, and technology to showcase China’s rich culture and modern progress. Over 15,000 performers took part in the four-hour spectacle, featuring dazzling fireworks, synchronized drumming, and an enormous LED scroll that came to life with color and movement. The ceremony celebrated unity and human achievement on