Mehndi Ceremony: The bride and close friends and family have their hands decorated with mehndi (henna), usually the day before the wedding ceremony. For those attending our Mehndi, it will take place two days before the wedding.

Baraat : Traditionally, the groom and his family make a journey to meet the bride's family. In many cases, this is transformed into a grand entrance for the groom's arrival. It's like a parade! The groom arrives in style, often on horseback, and the journey there is filled with music and partying. For our baraat, guests of both the bride and groom's family are encouraged to participate!

Exchange of Flower Garlands: Bride and groom place floral garlands on each other, symbolizing their acceptance of each other and this marriage.

Seven Circles: The bride and groom walk around a small ceremonial fire seven times, with each circle representing blessings for the couple.

Sindoor: Red-orange powder is applied to the bride's hair or forehead to show her new married status.

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