Top Places for a Destination Wedding in India

This article was first published in Today’s Bride Magazine Canada

From snow-capped mountains to lush green hills, and from golden deserts to balmy beaches and backwaters, India, with its dramatic topography, is a land of many faces. A popular Hindi maxim, “The language spoken in India changes every few kilometers, just like the taste of the water”, sums its diversity aptly. And it is this splendid diversity that makes it a popular choice for an unforgettable destination wedding. 

With each city having a distinct characteristic in terms of landscape, venues, and cuisines, choosing the perfect location can be tough. But you can narrow down the options based on your personality type, the theme you want, and your budget. There’s something for everyone!

If you are looking for a grand, talk-of-the-town kind of wedding, Rajasthan is the destination for you. Think of all the wedding pictures you might have seen with elephants, regal palaces in the background, and décor dipped in bright colors. They all belong to one of the cities in Rajasthan. 

For an intimate beach wedding, there’s Goa. Imagine saying ‘I do’ to the love of your life with the stunning Arabian sea as the witness. With its beautiful tropical landscape, the sound of the waves will be music to ears not just for you but your guests too! 

Backwaters of Kerala make for ideal backdrops for those looking for a serene wedding. Lush greenery, picturesque landscape with palm trees, and a laid back way of life make it one of the best places to get hitched in a peaceful surrounding. 

Then there’s Agra with the ultimate symbol of love – Taj Mahal – for the hopeless romantics. There are several luxury hotels in the vicinity from where you can get this wonder of the world in your wedding pictures as the backdrop. 

Apart from these, there are other cities too with dreamy venues and locations to create any kind of wedding you may have dreamt of. Each city has hotels and amenities to take care of small gatherings as well as grand celebrations with 500 plus guests. Most hotels have in-house event planners to make your wedding dreams come true. 

In India, food is the highlight of any celebration. Each region has its own specialty cuisine. But if you are looking for non-Indian flavors, fret not. You can get everything from American to Japanese preparations, with most hotels having chefs who have worked in different countries. 

Possibilities are endless in creating a dreamy wedding in India; all you need to decide is a city matching your dreams. After all, this is the country that’s known for big, fat, flamboyant weddings!

Did You Know? 

‘Wedding Tourism’ is a trend gaining momentum in India. You can now attend a grand Indian wedding and witness local culture as a tourist!