The London Olympics 2012 opening ceremony was spectacular with wonderful demonstration of British life by Oscar winning director Danny Boyle, the man behind the first day show, before Her Majesty, the Queen officially declared the Games open to the cheers of the 80,000 people at Olympic stadium in Stratford on Friday night.

The world's biggest sporting event will have around 10,500 athletes from 204 countries competing in various disciplines for 17 days.

Danny Boyle, the mastermind behind the opening ceremony, gave a feel of the reel world. The stadium was turned into a film set with green lawn, flowers, trees and everything that you see outside the stadium.

The opening ceremony began with Tour de France winner Bradley Wiggins ringing the 23-ton Olympic Bell.

Going by the theme "The Isles of Wonder", everything had a feel of yesteryear - bullock carts, costumes, getup, colour and what not. Industrial revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries was showcased, turning the stadium into a workshop.

The ceremony showcased the host nation - from National Health Servide (NHS) to British literature and much more. It was a blast from the past - a journey in time. British music, cinema and romance were also celebrated.

The lighting was wonderful, making the stadium a magnificent picture. Olympic rings went into flames in the sky, which was a unique scene. Danny Boyle did give a spectacular show with his 15,000 strong performers.

Parade of the athletes followed after the formal ceremonial extravaganza. 203 nations took to the grounds in alphabetical order.

Sushil Kumar, the bronze medallist at the Beijing Olympics, led the Indian contingents in the parade. India has a record 81 athletes representing the country in 13 disciplines at the London Olympics 2012. The Indian contingent comprises of 58 men and 23 women, and Ajit Pal Singh is the Chef de Mission.

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National flags are displayed during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Britain's Steve Redgrave holds the Olympic Flame aloft during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games

The Olympic cauldron is seen alight during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

The Olympic flag is raised during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games

Performers wearing wings cycle in the arena during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Couple embraces after the Olympic Flame was lit during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Britain's Queen Elizabeth officially opens the Olympic Games during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

The Olympic cauldron is seen alight during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

The Olympic flag is raised during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games

A parachutist dressed as Queen Elizabeth is seen during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Prince William and his wife Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, arrive for the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Team GB athletes' parade.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Queen Elizabeth II and Jacques Rogge, President of the International Olympic Committee, attend the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium on 27 July.

Sir Kenneth Branagh dressed as Isambard Kingdom Brunel for the 2012 Olympics in London and read Caliban's speech from "The Tempest," but Americans who are unfamiliar with Isambard Kingdom Brunel got him confused with one of the most famous of U.S. presidents, Abraham Lincoln.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Sir Paul McCartney performs during opening ceremony of London 2012 Olympics, 27 July.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

The Olympic Cauldron.

Mr. Bean puts his inimitable stamp on the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony on Friday.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Performers take part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

India's flag bearer Sushil Kumar holds the national flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Members of China's contingent wave union flags as they take part in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Jamaica's flag bearer Usain Bolt holds the national flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Japan's contingent takes part in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Jamaica's Bolt carries the Jamaican flag as he leads his country's delegation in the athlete's parade in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games

Malaysia's contingent takes part in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Members of Germany's contingent wave national flags as they take part in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Ecuador's flag bearer Cesar de Cesare holds national flag in athletes parade during opening ceremony of London 2012 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium.

Members of Nigeria's contingent wave as they take part in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Members of Montenegro's delegation take part in the athlete's parade in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Pakistan's flag bearer Sohail Abbas holds the national flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Poland's contingent takes part in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

France's flag bearer Laura Flessel-Colovic holds the national flag as she leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Russia's flag bearer Maria Sharapova smiles and waves the national flag as she leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Ghana's flag bearer Amponsah holds the national flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Guam's flag bearer Dunn holds the national flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Guinea's flag bearer Facinet Keita holds the national flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Estonia's flag bearer Aleksander Tammert holds the national flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games

South Africa's flag bearer Caster Semenya holds the national flag as she leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Honduras' flag bearer Ronald Bennett holds the national flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Grenada's flag bearer James holds the national flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Guyana's flag bearer Winston George holds the national flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Mexico contingents in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Flag bearer Mariel Zagunis of the U.S. holds the national flag as she leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Members of Spain's contingent participate in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Britain's flag bearer Chris Hoy holding the national flag leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.

Britain's flag bearer Chris Hoy waves the Union flag as he leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Australia's flag bearer Lauren Jackson holds the national flag as she leads the contingent in the athletes parade during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium