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Indian Weddings are known world wide for all their splendor and opulence. However apart from the grandeur, Indian weddings are also marked by the religious observance of a lot of customs and traditions. North Indian Weddings are no exception; they are equally loyal to customs and traditions which is why many rites and rituals are religiously pursued when ever the wedding ceremonies take place. India Profile provides extensive online information on the North Indian Wedding Traditions.
Traditionally, the bride's home is the center of the main wedding ceremony. However as is customary with Indian weddings, religious rites are not observed just on the day of the wedding but also before and after. One of the most important of all pre wedding ceremonies is the Mangni or the Sagai or Engagement ceremony. Now for what happens on the day of the wedding. The bride's father treats the groom to yoghurt and honey as a gesture of warmly welcoming him to the house. North Indian Wedding Traditions include exchanging of garlands or Jaimala as a sign of acceptance.
Havan or the auspicious fire is lit in North Indian weddings. The bride's father gives away his daughter to the groom and this is referred to as Kanyadaan. Both the bride and the groom then offer sacrifice or what is popularly known as Rajham to the fire. This is followed by Gath Bandhan which symbolizes the eternal bond. And then comes the turn of the Saat Phere or the Mangal Phere. According to this tradition, the couple encircles the fire and promise to be with each other throughout life, both during happiness and prosperity as well as at times of trial and tribulation. They also vow to respect, trust, admire, appreciate each other and carry out responsibilities together because they are now tied in an everlasting bond of love and friendship. After this, following North Indian Wedding Traditions, the parents bless the newly wedded couples so that they remain happy for life.
Other significant North Indian Wedding Traditions include tying the Mangalsutra around the groom's neck and applying vermillion on the parting of the hair. Each of these customs has a special meaning and they also have a certain charm which is increasingly luring foreigners. It therefore comes as less of a surprise that there are many who are considering Getting Married in India. If you are interested in following these quaint North Indian Wedding Traditions when starting that new journey with your loved one, India Profile is there for you. Just opt for any of the Special Wedding Tour Packages to celebrate your wedding in style.
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