The best moments from the opening ceremony of the Rio Olympics

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Rio Olympics opening ceremony

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The 2016 Summer Olympics officially kicked off on Friday with the opening ceremony held in Rio's Maracana Stadium.

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The ceremony began with a celebration of the history of the nation, continued with the traditional parade of athletes and nations, and finished with an incredible fireworks display.

Below we take a look at the most memorable moments from opening night.