The Olympic flag has been handed to London after a spectacular ceremony ended the Beijing Games.

Beijing Hands Olympics To London

China was hosting a party for the world... The opening ceremony set a gold standard that London will find difficult to reach.Sky's China correspondent Peter Sharp
An impressively choreographed display featuring thousands of dancers and performers in brightly coloured costumes was followed by the entry of most of the athletes who had taken part in the Games.
Jacques Rogge, president of the International Olympic Committee, officially declared the Games closed, and thanked the people of China for contributing to their success.
The Union Jack was then raised as the national anthem was played and sung by a choir.

London then became the Olympic city for 2012.