The Mid-Autumn Festival, a symbol of reunion and completeness, has become a romantic auspicious day for many couples to tie the knot.
On September 25, the marriage registration center in Huangpu District, Shanghai, experienced a surge in marriage registrations, as numerous couples specifically chose to register and obtain their marriage certificates on Mid-Autumn Festival day, using the symbolism of the full moon to witness their deep love and adding a rich sweetness to the traditional celebration.
More than 60 couples booked registration appointments that day, and the atmosphere on-site was both warm and lively.
In the morning, reporters observed in the main hall of the Huangpu District Marriage Registration Center that couples had dressed up for the occasion, their faces filled with anticipation and joy.
Cute little moon rabbits were also present to lend their support, offering sincere blessings and sweet chocolates to the newlyweds. Their lively and adorable presence added a touch of innocent charm to the Mid-Autumn festivities, and many couples stopped to take photos, capturing beautiful moments.
Mr. Zhao and Ms. Zhou had specifically chosen Mid-Autumn Festival day to complete their marriage registration. "The Mid-Autumn Festival carries particularly beautiful symbolism, representing reunion and completeness. We hope our married life ahead will also be complete and sweet year after year," Ms. Zhou said frankly, adding that being able to unlock a new identity in life on this festive occasion was both fortunate and joyful.
Also celebrating their happiness today were Mr. Chen and Ms. Niu. "Mid-Autumn Festival carries the traditional symbolism of completeness and happiness. We hope the small family we are building will be complete and happy forever," Mr. Chen said. He noted that the next day would be his birthday, making the combination of Mid-Autumn Festival, his birthday, and a wonderful marriage a double celebration that rendered this special day truly one of a kind.
Under the full moon of Mid-Autumn, love is sealed for a lifetime. A marriage certificate carries the love of two people who have chosen each other, while the traditional festival bears witness to years of companionship. With Mid-Autumn as their medium and the full moon as their witness, the couples made a lifelong commitment to each other within the romantic heritage of traditional culture, letting reunion and deep love collide, and writing a uniquely sweet new chapter for the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival.