In pictures: Moroccan marriage celebration

In Morocco's first public celebration of a royal wedding, thousands of well-wishers from all over the kingdom thronged the streets to congratulate King Mohammed VI on his marriage to 24-year-old Salma Bennani.

Representatives from all the provinces of the kingdom came in their finery to the Royal Palace

King Mohammed VI was the guest of honour, but other dignitaries included former US President Bill Clinton

The king viewed the parade seated next to his brother on a raised platform

While thousands of Moroccan women were present, the bride herself remained indoors

Dozens of singers and dancers took part in the festivities

Many well-wishers bore traditional wedding gifts of dates, sandalwood and henna

By making their wedding public, the royal couple are breaking centuries of tradition