01 The Betrothal / Guo Da Li (过大礼) The Betrothal / Guo Da Li (过大礼) is a cherished Chinese wedding custom where the groom and his family deliver a red packet containing the “Pin Jin” (聘金), also known as the betrothal gift money, along with a list of items to the bride and her family.This ceremony is usually held 2 or 3 weeks before the actual wedding day on an auspicious date. Upon receiving the items and the Pin Jin, the bride and her family will return a portion (usually half) to signify their willingness to “share the joy” and...
