What is the meaning and symbol of National Day? The origin and customs of National Day

National Day, also known as National Day or National Day, refers to a statutory holiday established by a country to commemorate the country itself, usually the country's independence, the signing of the constitution, or other significant anniversaries. On this day, each country will hold various celebrations. The National Day of New China specifically refers to the anniversary of the formal establishment of the People's Republic of China, so people all over the country will hold celebrations on October 1 every year.

Contents of this article

1. The meaning and symbol of National Day

2. The Origin and Customs of National Day

3. What are the customs and activities during the National Day?

The meaning and symbolism of National Day

National Day is a characteristic of modern nation-states. It emerged with the emergence of modern nation-states and has become particularly important. In our celebration of the great achievements of our ancestors, we share their happiness, experience their pain, and inherit their indomitable spirit of sacrifice and creative wisdom in the pursuit of democracy, freedom, independence, and prosperity. Once this special commemorative method of National Day becomes a new, national festival form, it carries the function of reflecting the cohesion of this country and nation. At the same time, the large-scale celebration activities on National Day are also a concrete manifestation of the government's mobilization and appeal. This spirit is an inexhaustible source of our strong national self-confidence and pride, and is a realistic manifestation of the national spirit of the Chinese nation and the cohesion of the country. It is worthy of our descendants to inherit and continue to carry forward.

The Origin and Customs of National Day

On October 1, 1949, the founding ceremony of the People's Republic of China was held in Tiananmen Square in Beijing. Chairman Mao announced the establishment of the People's Republic of China, witnessing a historic moment. Later, the CPPCC decided to designate October 1 as National Day at the first session of the first session. In fact, in the early days of the founding of New China, our country held a large-scale National Day celebration every year, and a military parade at the same time. Later, the system was changed to reflect the diligence and frugality of governing the country. National Day is a statutory holiday established by a country to commemorate the country itself. They are usually the independence of the country, the signing of the constitution, the birthday of the head of state or other anniversaries of great commemorative significance; some are also the saint's day of the patron saint of the country.

What are the customs and activities during the National Day?

National Day is the anniversary of the founding of New China. Some customs formed during the National Day are new customs. They mainly include:

1. Celebrations. These are usually celebrations organized by the state or government, such as mass celebration rallies, national-level National Day receptions, once-in-a-decade military parades, National Day TV shows, and so on.

2. Hang the national flag. Governments, enterprises, and individual households all hang the national flag outside their doors, with the red flag fluttering.

3. Tourism. In recent years, National Day tourism has become popular, and scenic spots are packed with tourists.