Tonight is the kickoff to the greatest gathering of athletic competition in the world: The Summer Olympics. For the next several days, the best athletes in the world will compete for their home countries in search of a gold medal.

The Olympics have been around as long as civilation, and it really is amazing. Take a look at some of these photos from the opening ceremony. Keep it tuned to Weplay's London 2012 group for all of the latest coverage of the games!

The American Team Marches In:

Host Country, The UK, Enters The Ceremony:

Team Senegal:

Team France:

This is just a small taste of what you can expect. Be sure to join Weplay's London 2012 Olympics group for all of the latest coverage of the games!!!!