Destination Weddings in Kerala

Getting married in God’s own country, Kerala is something many wish for but few can actually make it happen. Lucky are those who attend Kerala matrimony functions in the state and witness the beauty of the place. Whether you are part of a themed wedding in Kerala or a part of Kerala matrimony function, the experience of attending this will have fond memories. 

Themed wedding in Kerala near the beach is very popular. The entire wedding set-up near the beach is a mix of traditional elements from the state and some modern conveniences thrown in it.  You will find decorated elephant to bring the bridegroom. These beach weddings will also have the wedding feast served in banana leaves. Guests are also entertained with cultural dance and music programs. Classical performers are called to perform in the themed Kerala Matrimony functions. Against the backdrop of beach, the bride dressed in silk sari and the bridegroom wearing dhoti and white shirt, this is surely the picture perfect moment. What else you would require to make your wedding memorable. 

Some places in Kerala where beach wedding are famous are Alleppey, Kochi, Kovalam among others. Alleppey a beautiful Kerala town with the Arabian Sea on the west and a vast web of lagoons, lakes and freshwater rivulets make it ideal location for Kerala matrimony. The colonial town of Cochin or Kochi is lively city offers breathtaking scenic beauty. This historically rich city enjoys the sobriquet of Queen of the Arabian Sea. Its strategic location makes it easy to visit from land and sea.

In the famous wedding destinations of Kerala, how can Kovalam left behind. The beautiful black sand beach of Kovalam is ideal for hosting weddings functions in Kerala. This small beach side destination figures high in the list of tourists visiting India.

Author: Shipra

Marriage in Hindu Community of Hindi Speaking States

According to Hindu beliefs, the positions of the planets are the determining factors that favor alliances between the bride and bridegroom. In the Indian context marriages are social and not individual, because they are relatives or other family members who decide who should marry whom, and that too within the same caste, practice same religion, have studied well and holds a good job.

There are five Hindi speaking states, particularly, Delhi, U.P., M.P., Bihar and Rajasthan. These states have a perfect blend of all the religions, but the Hinduism is mostly followed by the people of these states. Unlike other religions, Hinduism is not based on beliefs and teachings; but is a broad term that defines a number of religious beliefs and customs, which have been followed by the people residing in these states and other parts of India.

The followers are free to follow any god and even if they do not want to follow any, no one has the right to force them. The beliefs and teachings of Hinduism is not defined anywhere, and the people have been following the rituals and customs, in Hindi matrimony particularly, which have been followed by their ancestors and is flexible to interpretation..

Most of the Hindu families follow the same set of rituals; the differences come with the changing states. The most common aspects of a Hindi matrimony are:

1- Fixing of wedding

2- Engagement

3- Haldi ceremony

4- Mehedi ceremony

5- Tilak

6- Varmala

7- Kanyadaan

8- Saat phere

9- Sindoordan

10- Vidaai

The wedding reception is conducted by the family of the groom to honor the bride, where there is lavish dinner. The bride and groom are showered with blessings and gifts that may include gold jewelry and household items that would be helpful in the future life of the couple.

Author: Rashmi Karan