Chinese courtship begins with a gift from the gods. Soul mates for life, a Chinese man and woman will one day find themselves face to face. Indeed, a traditional Chinese courtship is perhaps one of the most elaborate and ritualized rite of passage in the world.

What was marriage like in ancient China?

Weddings in ancient China were a grand affair, and ancient Chinese marriage customs were rich in tradition, with a lot of ingrained practices and beliefs. Due to the nature of ancient Chinas feudal society, most marriages were arranged by the parents due to societal expectations and norms.