Jay Chou’s Fairytale Wedding: Top Romantic European Wedding Destinations Revealed

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Jay Chou and Hannah Quinlivan had been dating for over four years before finally tying the knot on January 18, which also happened to be Jay Chou’s 36th birthday, at the Selby Abbey church in Yorkshire, England. The ceremony was incredibly romantic. Although the itinerary was kept strictly confidential—with few media outlets capturing any details of the event—Jay Chou’s official fan page released footage from the wedding this morning, allowing fans to share in the happiness of the King of Pop.

Selby Abbey is located in northern England and is known as the hidden gem of Yorkshire. On the wedding day, the bridesmaids and groomsmen entered first, led by Darren and Sun Rui, followed by Hannah, who walked down the red carpet hand-in-hand with her father. Finally, Jay Chou and Hannah exchanged rings under the witness of two clergymen, sealing their lifelong commitment. The ceremony was made even more romantic with performances by a choir and a string ensemble. Instead of the traditional wedding march, Jay Chou specially composed a piece for the occasion. The beautiful and majestic architecture of Selby Abbey, combined with the live performance of the string orchestra, made the wedding extraordinarily romantic.

Selby Abbey has a history of nearly a thousand years. It is said that Henry I of England was born here and it is one of the few churches that retains its complete medieval monastery form. Through renovations and reinforcements, Selby Abbey blends Norman and Gothic architectural styles, and is particularly famous for its stunning stained-glass windows. The space is filled with exquisite and ornate details.