China celebrates 70th National Day

A cannon fired during gun salutes and a red lantern, both used at the founding ceremony of People's Republic of China in 1949, are seen displayed at an exhibition to mark the 70th anniversary of the establishment, at the National Museum of China in Beijing, China August 22, 2019. - REUTERS

OCTOBER is one of the most anticipated months for the Chinese as they celebrate the country’s birthday while enjoying a long seven-day golden holiday.

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, so the celebrations will be especially grand.