The bridesmaid listens to Nie Changying cry during the crying marriage ritual in Wujiazhai Village, Gucheng Town, Fuchuan Yao Autonomous County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Jan. 25, 2014. The “crying marriage” ritual is one of the traditional wedding customs of Yao people. The bride recalled her growth process through singing and crying to show her gratitude for her parents before getting married. (Xinhua/Chen Zixia) |