The mass wedding ceremony was the first of its kind to be held in Hanoi, it was organised by the Centre for Women and Development.

The newlyweds included 32 couples who are living in Hanoi and nine others from neighbouring localities.

Many participating couples have had children for years but haven’t been able to afford their own weddings.

Wedding photos of the couples on display at the event

The mass weeding ceremony is also attended by the friends and family of the couples.

Bride and groom cutting their wedding cake.

A couple pouring wine into the tower glasses.

The collective wedding is a dream come true for the underprivileged couples.