Fireworks shoot from the top of the Olympic Stadium.
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Brazilian dancers perform during the closing ceremony.
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Fireworks crisscross over the arena.
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Fireworks light up the stadium.
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Paralympians enjoy the atmosphere.
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A general view during the closing ceremony.
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Rihanna performs with Chris Martin of Coldplay.
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Paralympians enjoy the atmosphere during the closing ceremony.
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From left: Sir Philip Craven, president of the International Paralympic Committee; Boris Johnson, mayor of London; and Eduardo Paes, mayor of Rio de Janeiro, perform the Paralympic flag handover ceremony.
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Circus artists perform during the closing ceremony.
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Flag bearers carry their national flags during the closing ceremony.
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A flaming figure of a cyclist enters the arena.
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Britain's Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, waves as he is driven into the arena.
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Smoke and flames fill the air as dancers perform.
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A mechanical fish circles the arena.
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Flame throwers light up the night.
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A heart of flames is displayed on the arena floor.