Newlywed couples attend an international group wedding ceremony in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Jan. 6, 2011. A total of 18 couples from several countries and regions enjoyed the romantic moment together in Harbin Thursday. This was the 27th time for the renowned international wedding ceremony being held here. [Xinhua]

Guo Dongmei (R) and her lover celebrate at an international group wedding ceremony in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Jan. 6, 2011. A total of 18 couples from several countries and regions enjoyed the romantic moment together in Harbin Thursday. This was the 27th time for the renowned international wedding ceremony being held here. [Xinhua]

(Xinhua News Agency January 7, 2010)