The evolution of marriage customs

A wedding culture exhibition which shows the evolution in local marriage customs since Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) opened in Shanghai on May 1.

Believed to be the first of its kind on a provincial level in China, the Shanghai Nuptial Culture Exhibition has three major sections: marriage registration management system, marital customs, and family precepts. Admission to the exhibition is free.

More than 100 exhibits, including marriage photos, marriage certificates and dowries used during the different periods, are on display.