The '''Chinese National Day''' marks the founding of the [[People's Republic of China]]. It is celebrated every year on October 1st. Unlike most Chinese holidays, it is not based on the [[lunar calendar]]; the National Day is always held on the same day of the year.
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The '''Chinese National Day''' marks the founding of the [[People's Republic of China]] on October 1, 1949. It is celebrated every year on October 1st. Unlike most Chinese holidays, it is not based on the [[lunar calendar]]; the National Day is always held on the same day of the year.