Olympic villages officially welcome first guests

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Over 300 athletes were there for the first flag  raising ceremony.

Over 300 athletes were there for the first flag raising ceremony. They represent the over 1,000 members of the Chinese team, the largest contingent that will come to the village. And the hosts say they're ready.

Chen Zhili, mayor Beijing Olympic village, said, "We will provide comfortable accommodations, delicious food, and various cultural activities. We will make you feel warm and comfortable as though you're at home."

International athletes will arrive in the days to come.

On Sunday, a group of Polish athletes were the first foreign delegation to arrive in Beijing.