Celebrations at Tiananmen Square in Beijing, scene of many historic moments in China including the 60th anniversary celebrations
The giant Mao portrait looks on the parade along with the leaders and people of China
The line-up of China's leaders at the 60th anniversary parade
Chinese President Hu Jintao (C) and other leaders gather on Tiananmen Gate for 60th National Day parade at Tiananmen Square in Beijing
Chinese President Hu Jintao in his motorcade specially fitted with mikes to address the crowds
Troops lead off the march-past in the 60th anniversary celebrations
Women militia in ceremonial march-past at 60th anniversary parade
Military hardware of China is another highlight of the 60th anniversary parade
PLA tanks rumble down the streets in proud display
China's missile launchers make an awesome appearance
Chinese Navy tanks add a splash for colour in the hardware line-up
Chinese Air Force put on a colourful aerial display
Colourful mass displays dotted the grand vista in front of Tiananmen Gate
A giant portraint of Hu Jin Tao forms part of a mass display
China's varied cultures and ethnic groups join the celebrations
Children wave from a float taking part in the 60 anniversary parade
Colour and tradition on the streets of central Beijing for the 60th anniversary celebrations
Participants wave giant red scarves as part of a display
Migrant workers watch the 60th National Day celebrations at Tiananmen from their dormitory
Families have a party to catch the parade and celebrate from a distant
Let a hundred balloons bloom.
Cheering crowds lined the streets around Tiananmen to catch the festivities
China's one-child families form part of the National Day parade
US Empire State building lit in the colours of China in honour of the 60th anniversary celebrations in Beijing
