Representing New China:Theme Presentation and Historical Significance of the Macao National Day Ceremonial Gateway(1949-1965)
It was a tradition in Macao to build ceremonial gateways to celebrate every important event.After the founding of the People's Republic of China,the construction of the National Day gateways became an important carrier for Macao compatriots to express their patriotism,and also an important manifestation of patriotic education and festival culture in Macao in the early days after the founding of the People's Republic of China.The ceremonial gateway of Tian'anmen Square in Macao's National Day was designed as the style of Tian'anmen Square in Beijing,using symbols to represent new China.Ceremonial gateways of other themes were produced according to the promotional content of the year,showcasing the latest policies and development achievements of new China in politics,diplomacy,and national reunification,industrial construction and transportation,agricultural construction,culture and art,sports,ethnic unity,etc.,with distinct local and contemporary characteristics.The theme of the Macao National Day ceremonial gateway was distinct,vivid,intuitive,rich in content,and colorful.By representing the new China,promoted Macao compatriots to understand and love the new China.
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