Indian Wedding Traditions

Indian weddings are grand. The Mehendi is a party where henna is applied to the bride's hands and feet. It is a symbol of joy and beauty. The Sangeet is a musical night where families perform songs and dances. The Baraat is the groom's procession. He arrives on a horse or car. Guests dance and sing around him. The couple exchanges garlands in the Jaimala ceremony. The couple walks around a sacred fire seven times in the Saat Phere. Each circle represents a vow. The groom applies sindoor, red powder, to the bride's hair. It shows she is married. The couple feeds each other sweets. This is the final ritual.