Marriage and divorce laws can vary dramatically from one country to another, and even between states in the same country. Some rules reflect long-standing religious or cultural traditions, while others are legal leftovers from another era.
A few of these laws are still in force, some have been reformed in recent years, and others are historical examples that show just how much family law has changed over time. Click through the gallery to discover some of the strangest marriage and divorce laws from around the world.