Beijing: Flag-raising ceremony for National Day

A flag-raising ceremony was held in Beijing on Thursday to celebrate China's National Day, China Central Television reported.

Guards of honour marched in Tiananmen Square, guarding the Chinese national flag as it was raised high in front of crowds of spectators to mark the 71st anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China.

Thousands witnessed the ceremony.

Children were seen paying tribute to the flag with the typical salute of Young Pioneers of China.

The flag-raising ceremony has been a regular celebration to mark the anniversary of the formation of the People's Republic and highlight the patriotism among people.

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