Destination weddings are the new craze of today’s world. Every second couple ties the knot in an exuberant wedding atmosphere at a scenic destination away from their hometown. When it comes to destination weddings, “God’s own country” – Kerala gives tough competition to other Indian destinations.
And why not? Kerala has everything that makes any place ideal for a destination wedding. From picturesque beaches to serene backwaters and from verdant valleys to alluring hill stations, Kerala own every magical landscape that can turn any wedding ceremony into a fairy-tale!
People seldom know that just like Goa or any other beach destination, Kerala also houses scores of panoramic beaches and exotic beach resorts. In addition to it, there are some unique elements in Kerala that will make your destination wedding a larger than life experience!
Here are the main reasons to choose Kerala for your destination wedding:
- Exotic Wedding Venues:
Beautiful venues are the main reason why people choose to have a destination wedding, and you can find a plethora of distinct yet appealing wedding venues in Kerala. The state holds more options than you can even imagine. Have you ever thought of marrying in a huge houseboat amidst lake? Or taking your vows on a sandy beach? Or tying the knot betwixt lush green hills? Well, you can try any of these in Kerala.
Apart from it, you can book resorts for wedding ceremony having bewitching natural views of beaches, backwaters, cliffs and what not! Some of the top venues for a destination wedding in Kerala are:
- Kumarakom Lake Resort
- The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resort and Spa
- The Leela Kempinski, Kovalam
- Le Meridien, Kochi
- Indriya Beach Resort and Spa
- Houseboats in Alleppey
- Mouth-Watering Wedding Food:
Food adds flavour to wedding festivities. The fun of getting married becomes double with a lip-smacking menu of wedding dishes. The destination wedding at Kerala gives your guests a chance to savour authentic and traditional Kerala cuisine. Along with other Indian cuisines, you can add special counters where people can relish on food items of Kerala.
The wedding special meal of Kerala known as “Sadhya” contains more than twenty dishes that are served in a special way on plantain leaves. This purely vegetarian dish alone can take care of your every taste bud! Along with it, there are some non-veg options which can spice up your wedding affair like Kerala Karimeen Fry, Prawns Kuzhambu, Kheema with Coconut Curry and Kerala Chicken Roast.
- Engaging Entertainment Options:
There are lots of distinct entertainment options in Kerala that can keep your guests engaged. You won’t be confused about the cultural programmes that you can choose to brighten up the atmosphere in Kerala. You can welcome your guests through a vibrant Bharatnatyam performance and entertain them through Kathakali during Mehendi ceremony.
You can also plan Mohiniyattam for Sangeet ceremony, Kalaripayattu and Vishnumoorthy Theyyam for the wedding day and Panchvadyam performance for Reception Dinner. Apart from all this, you can also make the festivities happening through live band and DJ. So, you can have a different surprise to cheer up your guests on each day of your destination wedding in Kerala!
- Unique Wedding Outfits:
Planning your destination wedding will be incomplete if you won’t dress like the true Kerala bride or groom. The wedding attires of Kerala will surely win your hearts. They will add an oomph element into the entire festivities. The bride wears a traditional sari known as Kasavu Sari in Kerala. The white sari with a broad golden border gives a classy look. And don’t forget the glimmering gold jewellery! It is the main element of a bride’s attire in Kerala.
Everything is made up of pure gold staring from big necklaces to dazzling earrings, wrist bands and mangtikka! The bride looks stunning as she is covered with gold from head to toe. On the other hand, the groom wears Dhoti and Kurta made up of pure silk. His look remains simple and elegant to complement the bride perfectly. Guests also wear traditional silk wears on this auspicious occasion. Are you already imagining yourself in that charming look? Come on; it’s not the time to daydream!
- Delightful Souvenirs for Guests:
The token of your wedding should be as grand and distinct as your wedding ceremony! After all, it’s the only things that remind your distant relatives about your wedding festivities after the event is over. You will never fall short of wedding souvenir options in Kerala.
The markets of Kerala are full of vibrant options from which you can choose as per your wedding theme and taste. You can purchase coconut shell handicrafts, Nilavilakku (Traditional Lamp), Kasavu Sari (Kerala Sari), Aranmula Kannadi (special style mirror), Nettoor Petti (jewellery casket) and Mural Paintings (Temple Paintings) to impress your guests. All of these items will add a royal touch into your ceremonies.
- A Honeymoon Perfect Destination:
What could be better than starting your honeymoon just after getting married and that too without any packing hassles or long journey! Yes, Kerala is not only a perfect wedding destination but, it is also ideal for a honeymoon. You can buy Kerala honeymoon packages before your wedding. The couple can go to their honeymoon stay hotel right after guests depart from the wedding.
People especially buy Kerala honeymoon packages to savour the mesmerising landscapes far from the madding crowd. Kerala is full of romantic destinations where you two can actually feel the bliss of initial wedding days! Plus, it will save your cost, time and energy as you won’t have to travel again to reach your honeymoon destination. Some of the top honeymoon destinations in Kerala are Munnar, Alleppey, Kovalam, Bekal, Wayanad, Kumarakom and Poovar Island.
Get ready for a super awesome and fun-filled wedding in Kerala. There is a lot more to explore which is beyond any descriptions! After all, some things can only be felt. So, pack your bags, send invitations and have a blasting experience with your family and friends only in Kerala.
