Shanghai's 'Marriage Market': Where Parents Seek Matches

In Shanghai, China, there's a unique event called the 'Marriage Market' held every weekend.

Parents go there to find spouses for their children, who are usually unmarried and around 30 years old.

They display information about their children, like photos, age, and interests, hoping to attract potential matches.

When a match is found, parents often arrange a dinner, sometimes without their children's input.

This tradition started because of China's one-child policy and a gender imbalance.

However, with the younger generation facing new challenges, such as career demands and rising costs, interest in marriage has declined.