Canton Tower, the most iconic building of Guangdong's capital of Guangzhou, oozes a festive atmosphere following the performance of a raft of Chinese rituals including ancient group ceremonies marking marriage and coming of age.

A couple shows off their written wedding oath written during a special ancient wedding ceremony held on Aug 17 at Canton Tower, Guangzhou. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A bride gifts a perfume satchel to the bridegroom at a special group wedding ceremony held at Canton Tower on Aug 17. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A special coming of age ceremony is held on Aug 17 at Canton Tower. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Girls dressed up in ancient Han costumes dance at Canton Tower on Aug 17. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]