Newlywed couples parade in horse-drawn carriages as part of a group wedding in Xinjiang

By CFP-Globaltimes.cn, Published: 2017-05-24 13:50:13

Thirteen newlywed couples ride in horse-drawn carriages with relatives, friends and dancers during a group wedding celebration in Kuqa county, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region on May 23. Photo: CFP

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The average age of the newlyweds is 24 years old, and most of them are from rural areas. Photo: CFP

A couple walks down the aisle to the cheers of friends and relatives in Kuqa county, Xinjiang on May 23. Photo: CFP

Locals dance in traditional costumes during the wedding celebration in Kuqa county, Xinjiang on May 23. Photo: CFP