Celebrations held across China on National Day
国庆节各地举办庆祝活动

A variety of celebrations and activities are being held to mark the birthday of the People’s Republic of China. People have shared their own understanding of patriotism with us.

A day to celebrate....

Floral displays in Shanghai’s parks...

The watermelon lanterns on Zhejiang’s East Lake...

In Chengdu’s giant panda conservation center, 14 cubs are making their collective debut, in front of an eager visitors from across the country.

And what National Day would be complete without flags?

Thousands decorate the streets in Jiangsu province.

While most Chinese are taking several days off for the national celebration, some remain on the job.

And here in the countryside, the harvest doesn’t wait for the holiday.

But a patriotic song helps work move along.