The vibrant land of the Rajput kings, replete with grand palaces, majestic fortresses, scenic lakes, and stunning gardens is “the” ideal setting for a royal wedding. A destination wedding in Rajasthan offers a great opportunity to experience and appreciate the stately architecture, rich local culture, and traditions while having the main wedding ceremony organized according to your preference. You may choose to tie the knot or exchange rings and still have a stunning Mehndi design adorning your palms!
If Rajasthan is your dream wedding destination, here are few tips to make the occasion even more special and memorable.
Weather
The wedding season in Rajasthan lasts from October to March. The weather is pleasant, though it can get warm during the daytime, still beats the scorching summer heat and the sudden bouts of rain. It is recommended that you avoid the summer months.
Themes and Venues
Palaces, forts, hill station resorts, citadels on lakes, sprawling courtyards are but a few popular themes. Venues are aplenty ranging from historical grand palaces and forts to equally grand contemporary structures that offer a royal and opulent wedding experience. Wedding venues in the cities of Jaipur, Udaipur, and Jodhpur are bound to leave you spoilt for choice. A multitude of picturesque and imperial venues fully equipped to host large-scale weddings vie for attention. Umaid Bhavan in Jodhpur, Aman-i-Khas in Ranthambore, Fatehgarh Fort and Taj Lake Palace set on Lake Pichhola in Udaipur are just a few stunning wedding venues in Rajasthan. Mount Abu, the highest peak on the Aravalli ranges also makes a great wedding destination.
Photo Shoots
Make sure you arrange for pre and post-wedding photoshoots at the venue, no matter the theme, for each and every venue, has a unique charm. Pictures of the loving couple in a royal and exceptionally beautiful setting, shot by a professional wedding photographer can literally freeze those special moments for posterity.
Regional Flavours
Rajasthani arts, culture, couture, and cuisine are definitely bound to make the wedding an enjoyable and eventful experience. Choose to dress up in imperial style with an impeccably tailored traditional attire for the bride and groom and rich accessories. Include a Mehndi Sangeet program to add a tad of excitement to the event. Opt for local music and dances to entertain your guests. Make sure to treat yourself and your guests to a sumptuous spread of local cuisine, especially a great selection of sweets.
You can arrive in style for the wedding on a decorated horse, camel, elephant, or a boat, should you choose to. A traditional Doli or palanquin can be requested to transport the bride to the ceremony site. Decorated elephants and instrument bands can form an integral part of the wedding, welcoming guests to the venue.
Local Commutes
Despite the opulence and grandeur of the destination, it is important for you to note that most cities in Rajasthan have a network of narrow roads which make local commutes quite challenging. In case you wish to organize the celebrations at different locations, say wedding ceremony at one venue followed by a reception party elsewhere and guest accommodation at some other place, check with your wedding planner for the best options.
Budget
A Royal Rajasthan wedding is indeed opulent and we do know that costs cannot be a deterrent. Do not let the expenses intimidate you. Rajasthan has an excellent array of budget destination wedding venues such as Rampratap Palace off Fateh Sagar Lake, Labhgarh, and Udai Kothi that cater to small-scale, intimate wedding celebrations. There are no compromises on the scenic settings or infrastructural facilities. However, understandably heritage venues are off-limits.
Wedding Planner
A destination wedding in Rajasthan definitely has a lot of groundwork involved, especially when it is an upscale event. Hire the services of a reputed wedding planner; go by recommendations to be on the safe side. Start planning at least 6 months ahead of the event if not earlier to allow enough time to finalize all arrangements including travel plans and guest list.
A wedding in Rajasthan can never get boring for the guests as Rajasthan Tourism offers several tour packages that enable visitors to explore this terrain in a relaxed and comfortable manner. A short trip most likely will evolve into an extended holiday. Do not miss a shot at Elephant Polo!
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