| China is one among many Asian countries that | | | | Those planning to visit Beijing during this time may |
| enjoys the celebration of numerous cultures and | | | | partake in the celebrations, but it is important not |
| religions. Legally China celebrates 7 holidays a year | | | | to make any business trips or meeting during this |
| - National Day, Mid-Autumn Festival, May Day, | | | | period. The tourist attractions are also thronged |
| Spring Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, New Year's | | | | with locals, homes are decorated, streets and |
| Day and Qingming Festival. | | | | shops are lit up, and the atmosphere is cheerful. |
| The duration of the holidays and its dates | | | | One colour a traveller may notice that can be |
| proceeds as follows: New Year's Day, Jan 1st, | | | | seen throughout China during National Day is red. |
| Spring Festival, subject to the lunar calendar but | | | | Adorning offices, shops and homes, one may see |
| will last 3 days, Qingming Festival, April 4th or 5th, | | | | red lanterns. Red is considered an auspicious colour |
| May Day on May 1st, the Dragon Boat Festival is | | | | in China, and is believed it would invoke joy, |
| on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month, | | | | happiness and good luck. |
| Mid-Autumn is on the 15th of August, whilst the | | | | Fireworks displays are a common occurrence |
| National Day which falls on the 1st of October has | | | | across all of China. Some cities have their own |
| a celebration which lasts 3 days. | | | | unique celebration. Of which Beijing has what is |
| The National Day of China is one of great | | | | called the National Day Flower Bed Festival. The |
| importance, regalia and celebration in the nation. | | | | highlight of the festival is the creation made at |
| This period is usually called a 'Golden Week' in | | | | Tiananmen Square. Elaborate and beautifully |
| China. The 3 days are usually converged with two | | | | manicured creations can be seen. |
| weekends, and many locals go out and celebrate | | | | Those wishing to partake in the festivities of |
| during this period, giving the economy a great | | | | National Day, would wake up early morning and |
| boost, with the added spending. Many locals | | | | reach Tiananmen Square to watch the hoisting of |
| re-unite with family members and generally enjoy | | | | the national flag. After which the national forces |
| themselves. | | | | parade through the square in all their finery. |