Love locks displayed on the Great Wall of China near Beijing (© Richard Taylor/4Corners)

【August 13 2013】In China, young lovers and newlyweds who want to ensure their relationship will endure can place a padlock on the Great Wall and toss the key over the side into the wilderness below. Even more "love locks" may be added to the wall today, as it's the day of the Qixi Festival, a k a Chinese Valentine's Day, which traditionally celebrates a great mythic love story. In recent years, young couples have taken to emulating Western customs of Valentine's Day, rather than saying prayers and making offerings the holiday rituals once entailed. Explore breathtaking Gallery from the HuluTrip homepage over the past 5 years..