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Atlanta´s development after hosting 1996 Olympic Games

Source: CCTV.com | 08-24-2008 14:14

Special Report:   2008 Beijing Olympic Games

Atlanta successfully hosted the Summer Olympics in 1996, after that, Atlanta developed as the economic and transport center of southeastern US.

Some of Atlanta's Olympic stadiums and facilities were built for long term use. Part of the Atlanta Olympic stadium became the home of the Atlanta Braves in Major League Baseball competitions. The stadium now hosts dozens of events every year.