In Irkutsk region on May 13, 45 couples will create new families, exceeding last year's figures. This year, despite the leap year, newlyweds confidently choose this date, following family tradition. Each May, 700-800 marriages are registered in the region, while in other months, up to 3,000. Don't miss the chance to learn more about the romantic stories and traditions of local couples!
In the region on Friday, May 13 of this year, 45 couples will start new families. 20 ceremonies will take place in Irkutsk, while 25 will be held in district offices. The number of those getting married is higher than in previous years. On May 13, 2015, 30 couples registered their marriage, and in 2014, only 19.Newlyweds are not deterred by the fact that this year is a leap year. As noted by one of the brides, Yevgeniya, who has already registered her marriage today, they chose this date intentionally. It is their family tradition – both her mother and grandmother also got married in a leap year.
As reported by the press service of the Registry Office of the Irkutsk region, every year in May, 700-800 new families are formed in the Irkutsk region, while in other months, registrations are significantly higher – from 1,500 to 3,000.
Since 2016, the Registry Offices of Priangarye have registered about five thousand marriages.