Heavy Indian 'shaadi' lures foreign tourists
Someone can get experience all the different cultural elements in one go.
(Web Desk) -At wedding ceremony mostly kinsmen and friends are invited but as Indian weddings are known for their opulence, customs and traditions that are celebrated over several days - millions of couples get married in the country every year - so at these nuptials not only relatives and friends are invited but also foreign tourists are being invited to attend the ceremony.
To attend the nuptials in India, a website has been introduced, joinMyWedding, that connects Indian, couples tying the knot, with travelers keen for the ultimate cultural experience.
Someone can get experience all the different cultural elements in one go: can meet with local people, can taste the local cuisine, can dress [in] Indian attire, music, ambiance, entertainment, can learn about the local customs, even architecture, depending on wedding venue.
Foreigners can be aware of Indian culture in less time and can get experience of Indian Weddings and attend happiness, as well as local cuisine and mood, founder of website Parkanyi says.
The founder of the website says that more than 100 foreign tourists have participated in 25 Indian marriages so far and its need is growing on both sides. She says that during the ceremony, foreign tourists are special guests. Similarly, some families also prepare local clothing for tourists.
However, $150 has been charged for one day s event from foreigners while $250 for a two-day event and every aspect of tourist s safety is monitored.
