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London 2012 Olympics

As the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games approach, the eyes of the world are turning to the UK.

The Games offer a unique chance to invite people everywhere to take a fresh look at modern Britain. A Britain that we think is open, connected, dynamic and creative.

The UK's winning Olympic bid

Find out more about our plans for the London 2012 Olympics

2012 Short Films

How do you see Britain? We're building up a picture of what the UK looks like through your eyes

Going for green – Britain’s 2012 dream

Watch our documentary film telling the amazing story of the Olympic Park build for the London 2012 Games

Tickets for the London 2012 Olympic Games

Find out how to apply for tickets to the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Paralympic Games Quiz

Sunday 17 April marks exactly 500 days to go until the start of the London 2012 Paralympic Games. Complete the quiz and learn more about the Paralympic Games.

Olympic games quiz

As the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games approach, complete this quiz and learn more about the Games!

Olympic Truce

The UK sponsored the record breaking United Nations Resolution on the Olympic Truce entitled “Building a peaceful and better world through sport and the Olympic ideal”. Find out about our work

Did you know? London Olympic ‘firsts’

In 2012, London will become the first city to have hosted the modern Olympic Games three times. Read about 20 Olympic firsts for the UK

Game Changer: Britain Prepares

Watch our documentary film telling the inspiring story of how people across the UK are preparing for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games

   

Useful links

• London 2012
      
• Visit Britain
• British Council
 
• UK Trade & Investment
• Olympic Park, aereal views Feb.2011
• Olympic Park, aereal views Nov.2010
• Olympic venues

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