VIII Asian Games

Host city	Bangkok
Country	Thailand
Nations participating	25
Athletes participating	3,842
Events	199 in 19 sports
Opening ceremony	December 9
Closing ceremony	December 20
Officially opened by	Bhumibol Adulyadej King of Thailand
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The 1978 Asian Games, officially known as the VIII Asian Games, was a sports event in Bangkok, Thailand. It occurred from December 9 to December 20, 1978. There were 199 events from 19 sports and disciplines.

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