'The best of humanity': Paralympic Games officially begin with vibrant Opening Ceremony

Photos: The best photos from the Tokyo Paralympics
Performers hold letters spelling out "Thank you to all the Paralympians!" during the Paralympics' closing ceremony in Tokyo's National Stadium on Sunday, September 5.
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Photos: The best photos from the Tokyo Paralympics
The Paralympic flame is extinguished during the closing ceremony.
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Photos: The best photos from the Tokyo Paralympics
Flag bearers for the United States, Japan and France enter the stadium during the closing ceremony.
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Photos: The best photos from the Tokyo Paralympics
Fireworks light up the sky above the National Stadium during the closing ceremony.
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Photos: The best photos from the Tokyo Paralympics
Dancers perform during the closing ceremony.
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