1. John Barrowman's entrance involved a giant kilt.
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3. He crowdsurfed a purple rug.
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5. The Loch Ness monster reared its head.
6. There were lots of tender kisses.
7. Susan Boyle joined Sophie Martin and Christopher Harrison of the Scottish Ballet on stage.
8. The Queen popped by.
9. So much colour.
10. Rod Stewart gave it a good go.
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12. The parade of competing Commonwealth nations was dazzling.
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14. Scottie dogs were an important component. Some walked proudly ahead, while others asked to be carried.
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19. Alex Salmond looked on proudly.
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22. The ceremony got a thumbs up from Ed Miliband.
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24. The Queen and the Duchess of Cornwall found time to put on a bit of lippy.
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26. Prince Philip had a good look through his binoculars and Prince Charles was most amused.
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28. Although it looks like it was a long day for David Cameron and Prince Charles.
