One of the exhibits, Fou drums used during the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. At 8.08pm on August 8, 2008, the opening ceremony of the 29th Olympic Games began in Beijing with the imposing and grandiose "Fou drum song accompaniment" performed by 2,008 Fou drums grouped in formation. The performance represented the rites and traditions of China as well as 100 years of the hopes and dreams of the Chinese people. (Photo courtesy of the Hong Kong Jockey Club)   Close