Age may be just a number, but when it comes to marriage that number can vary considerably depending on where you live.
Across much of the world, husbands tend to be slightly older than their wives. In some countries, however, average age gaps stretch well beyond a decade. These differences can be influenced by the ages at which people marry, as well as cultural traditions and marriage practices.
Intrigued? Click through to explore the countries where husbands tend to be much older than their wives.