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Garhwali Wedding

NikhilBhide — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 13:27:41 +0000

India is the land of 28 beautiful States and 7 Union Territories. Each state is different from another in many ways. Each state has its own language, traditions, customs, rituals etc. In short and snappy terms, unity in diversity is one of the finest features of India. India is distinguished for its proud culture and customs and one of them is Indian Wedding. Each state has its own style, own style even own wedding ways.

One of the beautiful states of India is Uttarakhand. This state has two regions Garhwal & Kumaon. Garhwal is a beautiful region surrounded by stunning hills, picturesque vistas and scenic beauty on all sides. Furthermore, it is also well known for its superb wedding traditions as well as anti dowry approach. Today the time has been changed but some customs are still the identical in the region such as pre-arranged marriages are preferred, matching the horoscopes of the future bride and bridegroom, status of the family, rigid caste system etc.

After following all the above steps engagement ceremony is the next pivotal step of Garhwali wedding. By tradition, the marriage procession is led with a white flag known as ‘Nishan ‘(representing the bridegroom) along with traditional band that are shehnai, piper, a pair of drummers and a nagara. The last man of the marriage procession carries red flag that represents the bride. On arrival at the brides residence like any other Indian wedding food is served along with flawless services and ethnic style. Nose ring ceremony also known as ‘nath ceremony’ is one of the unique customs of Garhwali Wedding. In this ceremony beautiful traditional Nath is presented to the bride.

After that the Phera ceremony takes place. In succinct, they have to complete the seven rounds of the sacred fire. While returning the marriage procession is led with the red flag along with the red ‘Doli’ of the bride as well as ‘Palki’ of the bridegroom. Now the last man of the marriage procession carries white flag instead of red flag. Many rituals and ‘Puja’ takes place from beginning to last till the bride finally steps into bridegroom’s house. Gauna system is not the part of Garhwali Wedding.

In addition, Garhwali songs, dance, local cuisine, traditional dresses, jewellery all these are few other special features of Garhwali Wedding.

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NikhilBhide — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 20:29:32 +0000

Kanesh asked:

OK, the American ones I went to everyone was like BYOB and everyone was all worried about keeping up appearances.

Then I experienced a hispanic Catholic baptism and an Indian wedding. They went no holds barred on the food and music. Best food, caterers, DJ, drinks. Even the old people were cutting loose.

Why are we so stuck up at social functions.
OK, the American ones I went to are upper-middle class WASP Virginia. They just seem kinda lame for some reason.

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NikhilBhide — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 12:57:42 +0000

HAIDAIYYABISBIKARO asked:

can anyone tell me how an (india) indian wedding works.like please tell what happens each day of the wedding

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NikhilBhide — Wed, 09 May 2007 20:46:55 +0000

Kelsey asked:

I’m an American reform Jew marrying an Indian Hindu. We had agreed upon having two weddings, a big one in one in America where most of our family and friends live that would be mostly secular with a few Jewish customs and then a smaller traditional Hindu one in India for the people in my fiancé’s life who cannot afford to travel. I have fallen in love with two wedding dresses. Both are strapless gowns with gorgeous full skirts (but they looks different) and I don’t want to have to pick just one. Would it be inappropriate to wear a non-Indian dress to a Hindu wedding?

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NikhilBhide — Fri, 20 Jan 2006 17:27:31 +0000

DvorC44 asked:

My fiance’ and I have both been previously married. We would like to incorporate some of his heritage into our wedding, something totally different from traditional weddings. He is part Chicwana(sp?) However I can’t find any wedding traditions for this tribe. I have an idea for the ceremony. It’s decorating for the reception and favors that has me at a loss. This will be a low budget, low key wedding, hopefully outside. We haven’t set a date yet so I have plenty of time to hear your suggestions, which will be greatly appreciated. Thanks
It doesn’t neccessarily have to be from that tribe. We live near the Finger Lakes of NY, Seneca, Keuka, Cayuga, Canidagua. Local tribes would be fine.

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NikhilBhide — Fri, 09 Dec 2005 13:43:38 +0000

*~*kadoo lover*~* asked:

i am indian and have attended hundreds of indian weddings

i just got invited to my first american wedding and have no clue what to wear

BTW, im 23years old, female

i have tons of indian clothes such posted on this link:

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but…what can i wear???

a dress?? what colors? can i wear a printed flower skirt and blouse?

can i wear a nice pant suit?

what should I definately not wear?

indians are known to overdress so any tips are greatly appreciated

i dont want to mess up my friends wedding by wearing something inappropriate or too indian

thanks!!!!!
the wedding is at the end of august

also, can someone give me links to the examples of clothes that i could wear?

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