China prepares for its 60th anniversary

Chinese citizens and government workers have been preparing for months

for their upcoming celebration of the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China on October

1st.

Parts of Beijing have been shut down several times, allowing for rehearsals of

a once-in-a-decade military parade, multiple artistic performances and

shows, fireworks and more.

Security concerns are high as well, bringing out large details of security

personnel and equipment. Collected here are images from the past several weeks

of people around China preparing to celebrate their National Day