Reasons Why Witnessing Indian Wedding Should be in Your Bucket List

Reasons Why Witnessing Indian Wedding Should be in Your Bucket List

There are weddings and then there are Indian weddings, and it makes hell lot of a difference when you get to be the part of them. No offence, but Indian weddings are so much cooler and happening than any other wedding you’d be part of in the whole wide world – there is plenty of singing and dancing (all thanks to our Bollywood connection); there are all shades of colors you could possibly name; and then there are celebration and ceremonies that go on and on like forever; and you ask if it gets tiring? Well of course it does, but then for the kind of fun experience the Indian wedding offers, it is truly worth it. Here are some convincing reasons why you must once in a lifetime attend/be part of an Indian wedding.

Culture Bank

Every Indian wedding reflects the culture of the country, which means, attending a wedding in India is like exploring a part of the country. From traditional food to attires to rituals, you get to savour everything in the Indian wedding extravaganza and it is tonnes of fun because you’d be the guest and will be treated in the most special way with the transport arrangements all done right, accommodation being pre-booked and a great food menu selected in advance to offer you the best of Indian cuisine. All in all, your experience of attending an Indian wedding will be about witnessing the warmest of all hospitality and a large part of country’s culture.

Interesting Rituals and Traditions

The plethora of rituals make Indian weddings quite special. Right from applying of turmeric on the faces of the bride and bridegroom to the hiding of shoes of the groom by the bride’s sister/s, there are endless number of interesting and unique rituals and traditions in an Indian wedding that you are likely to enjoy wholeheartedly.

Variety of Colours

You must be well-acquainted withIndians love for colours, and the Indian wedding will be the proof of it. Ifyou are coming from the western countries where you are used to the WhiteWeddings, let me tell you that an Indian wedding will be truly a visual treatfor you with men and women wearing clothes of such colours you might not evenknow the name of, but together they all look fabulous (period). And thejewellery ohhhh, you’d fall in love with it, since there is a decorative piecefor almost all body parts i.e head, forehead, ears, neck, waist, feet, andarms; the elegance is something you’d become a fan of.

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Reasons Why Witnessing Indian Wedding Should be in Your Bucket List

There are weddings and then there are Indian weddings, and it makes hell lot of a difference when you get to be the part of them. No offence, but Indian weddings are so much cooler and happening than any other wedding you’d be part of in the whole wide world – there is plenty of singing and dancing (all thanks to our Bollywood connection); there are all shades of colors you could possibly name; and then there are celebration and ceremonies that go on and on like forever; and you ask if it gets tiring? Well of course it does, but then for the kind of fun experience the Indian wedding offers, it is truly worth it. Here are some convincing reasons why you must once in a lifetime attend/be part of an Indian wedding.

Culture Bank

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpjAgOBWDqs

Every Indian wedding reflects the culture of the country, which means, attending a wedding in India is like exploring a part of the country. From traditional food to attires to rituals, you get to savour everything in the Indian wedding extravaganza and it is tonnes of fun because you’d be the guest and will be treated in the most special way with the transport arrangements all done right, accommodation being pre-booked and a great food menu selected in advance to offer you the best of Indian cuisine. All in all, your experience of attending an Indian wedding will be about witnessing the warmest of all hospitality and a large part of country’s culture.

Interesting Rituals and Traditions

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_e5FNbrjpFo

The plethora of rituals make Indian weddings quite special. Right from applying of turmeric on the faces of the bride and bridegroom to the hiding of shoes of the groom by the bride’s sister/s, there are endless number of interesting and unique rituals and traditions in an Indian wedding that you are likely to enjoy wholeheartedly.

Variety of Colours

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_e5FNbrjpFo&t=7s

You must be well-acquainted withIndians love for colours, and the Indian wedding will be the proof of it. Ifyou are coming from the western countries where you are used to the WhiteWeddings, let me tell you that an Indian wedding will be truly a visual treatfor you with men and women wearing clothes of such colours you might not evenknow the name of, but together they all look fabulous (period). And thejewellery ohhhh, you’d fall in love with it, since there is a decorative piecefor almost all body parts i.e head, forehead, ears, neck, waist, feet, andarms; the elegance is something you’d become a fan of.

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25th wedding anniversry

Origins

Connecting silver to the 25th wedding anniversary may have originated in Middle Europe, specifically in the Germanic region, according to Hallmark's website. Traditionally, a husband would give his wife a silver garland marking 25 years. The silver symbolized the "harmony" that people believed a couple needed to sustain a marriage for such a long period of time.

Traditional Gifts

The Happy Anniversary website lists silver jewelry, flatware, vases, mirrors and photo frames as ideas for traditional gifts. In general, a traditional silver anniversary gift is one that is made of sterling silver. For a woman, consider buying a sterling silver ring, a sterling silver charm bracelet with several sentimental silver charms or a silver pendant necklace. For a man, consider buying sterling silver cuff links or a silver photo frame with a photo of the two of you or your extended family.

Vacations

Some couples mark their 25th wedding anniversary with a vacation. This is a substantial, sometimes grand expenditure, which is why some couples wait until 25 years together to make a big trip. A partner wanting to surprise a spouse with a creative trip might choose a location that has "silver" in the name of the locale. An example is a trip to tour coastal Connecticut with a stop in Silver Sands State Park, a trip to Lake Superior and Silver Bay in Minnesota, Silver Beach in Michigan or Silver Strand State Beach on Coronado Island near San Diego.

Renewing Vows

Some couples decide to renew their vows during a church or more informal ceremony. You can renew your vows for any wedding anniversary, but the 25th anniversary marks a milestone year that some couples choose to acknowledge by reaffirming their commitment to each other.

Party Ideas

If your parents or close friends are celebrating a silver anniversary, then consider hosting a party. Invite family and friends who are close to the couple, and ask them to bring a memory or a few words of congratulations that they can read at the party. Display a cake with silver frosting and edible silver embellishments. Reserve part of the evening for friends and family members to share specifics they have learned from the couple and show a photo slideshow that displays photos of the couple through the years.

A wedding is a ceremony and its associated rituals by which two people vow to spend their lives together in marriage. Though it is basically a celebration of love and partnership, a wedding is tailored to a couple in a variety of ways, from their personality to their religious or cultural beliefs. For this reason, every wedding is a little different. There are, however, some parts to a wedding that tend to be universal.

The Essential Parts of a Wedding

Wedding ceremonies vary greatly. Some are very traditional church ceremonies steeped in religion while others are more casual affairs that are very secular. A wedding may be the ceremony alone with just a few intimate guests or an elaborate all-day affair that includes a reception and dance. Whatever the case may be, there are two essential parts of every wedding:

1. The marriage vows, which can be traditional, non-traditional, or vows that you write yourself.
2. The Pronouncement of Marriage by your officiant or celebrant, which is usually followed by the big kiss that melts everyone's heart.

Other Ceremony Rituals

In addition to the essentials, there are also other rituals that are typically incorporated into a marriage ceremony. Some of these may have legal or religious significance. For instance, it may be the signing of a state marriage license or a religious document such as a ketubah, or asking for God's blessings upon the marriage.

Many couples choose to have a ceremony that follows a traditional format. These include the processional in which the wedding party walks down the aisle, leading to the debut of the bride escorted by her father or a similar person that's very close to her. The ceremony may also include blessings, readings from scripture or literature, family or community vows of unity, and an exchange of wedding rings or other gifts.

A Wedding Reception

Following the ceremony, a couple may have a wedding reception or party. This typically includes a meal, though that's not a requirement.

Traditionally, wedding cake is served. Historically, this was a symbol of fertility, but today it is more often used to express hopes of a sweet life for the couple. One ritual that remains popular is having the couple cut the cake together, sometimes even feeding it to each other.

Some people choose to have music and dancing at the reception as well. This portion of the day often includes the couple's symbolic first dance and various family dances such as the father-daughter dance.

Community Support

A wedding is not just about the couple getting married. It is also an exchange between that couple and their community of family and friends. It is a moment where the couple vows to be together as a pillar of support, and simultaneously thanks their community for supporting and loving them.

By attending a wedding, the guests are also agreeing to uphold this couple in their marriage together. A couple may even ask their guests to take a community vow of support.

A Family Expression

A wedding can also be a way for a family to display their social and financial status. Some couples use it as a way to express their personalities, characters, values, and morals. There is no minimum that a couple must spend—the basic vows and agreements are free—but some couples have spent millions of dollars on their big day.

It's Your Wedding

When planning your own wedding, the important thing to keep in mind is that it is your day. Choose the elements that you enjoy, put your personal spin on tradition if you like, and stick to a realistic budget. If you feel stressed about it not being absolutely perfect, take a deep breath and relax. After all, this day is just the beginning to what everyone at the wedding hopes will be a bright and happy future, so have fun with it!