In pictures: Taiwan protest

1 of 6 Hundreds of thousands of Taiwanese took to the streets to protest against China's new anti-secession law.

2 of 6 The law specifies that China may use military force to stop any moves by Taiwan towards independence.

3 of 6 Children joined the demonstration, which was organised by the government.

4 of 6 The slogan on this man's headband reads "protect Taiwan".

5 of 6 Protesters showed disdain for the Beijing leadership by walking over their pictures.

6 of 6 President Chen Shui-bian attended the rally, but did not address the crowds.