WEDDING IN BALI
WEDDING IN BALI It is believed that families united in marriage in Bali are the strongest, and that wedding ceremonies here are among the most beautiful. The rituals performed by the newlyweds during the ceremony bring prosperity, wealth, and love to the family. A Balinese wedding ceremony in one of the royal palaces of Tabanan offers the opportunity to feel like royalty and engage in the mysterious rituals performed for the happy life of the couple. Preparations for the ceremony begin with the ritual of dressing in traditional attire and applying makeup. The young couple is then taken to the beginning of the ceremony. This is truly a memorable spectacle, as all the villagers gather on the streets to participate in the colorful procession. The newlyweds are transported on a chariot to the temple entrance, accompanied by Balinese girls and women, as well as a traditional orchestra playing festive music appropriate for the occasion. The ceremony starts at the temple gates, where a purification ritual will be performed over the couple to rid them of evil spirits before entering the sacred place. The newlyweds will then be seated in special chairs to undergo further stages of the ceremony. Signing the certificate, exchanging rings, and a shower of flower petals will complete the ceremonial rites. After the photo session, the couple will enjoy a traditional Balinese dinner and various performances. Another equally colorful ceremony is held in the central part of the island — Ubud, which has long been considered one of the most beautiful places on the island. Preparations for the ceremony begin with the ritual of dressing in traditional attire and applying makeup. Then, two girls in Balinese attire will escort the newlyweds to a palanquin, on which they, like Balinese royalty, will be carried by villagers to the ceremony site. The procession will be led by Balinese youths with ceremonial umbrellas, dancers, and an orchestra playing traditional melodies on unique Balinese instruments. After the couple is seated in special chairs, Balinese girls will greet them with a traditional dance. Then the ceremony itself will begin, during which the newlyweds will purify their bodies, souls, and minds to unite in a sacred bond. They will also pray with the priest for blessings of prosperity, wealth, and love. Signing the certificate, exchanging rings, and the traditional feeding of each other with rice cakes will complete the ceremonial rites. A shower of flower petals will rain down on the couple as they leave the temple, followed by a traditional dinner
and dance performances. Beach Wedding Ceremony
A beach wedding ceremony, simple yet very beautiful, is held on the shores of Jimbaran. For this special occasion, a floral arch will be erected, under which the newlyweds will exchange vows of love and fidelity in the light of the setting sun. The priest will read prayers and bless the union of two loving hearts, the couple will say their «I Do» and exchange rings. This will be followed by a shower of flower petals as a congratulation, glasses of Balinese sparkling wine for the first toast, and a photoshoot that will leave a beautiful album and a disc with many pictures of the happy couple. A grilled seafood dinner, prepared in the traditional way, will conclude this wonderful celebration for the two.
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