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The London night sky was transformed this evening like never before as the BT Tower, one of the capital’s most iconic landmarks, was spectacularly lit up with a firework display to celebrate 1,000 days to go to the London 2012 Olympic Games.

And for the first time, a screen at the top of the Tower will display the number of days to the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Games.

Millions watched the event live on the National Lottery Draw

Show with special guest Dame Kelly Holmes, a BT ambassador. And thousands more across London witnessed this unique moment in time.

Here are some photos capturing the great moment....

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